A canfitpro certified Older Adult Fitness Specialist is qualified to:

• Teach the specific needs and abilities with regards to physical fitness for older adults within the boundaries of information provided in the Older Adult Fitness Specialist program.
• Work directly with a team of health care professionals to provide the highest level of care by having each individual complete the mandatory Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) and the PARmed-X documents by Health Canada.
• Provide a progressive ongoing exercise program design while working in conjunction with appropriate health care professionals at all times.
• Create a professional environment whereby the independent inactive, independent active and physically elite older adult can improve or maintain all aspects of their physical function.
• Promote the benefits of regular physical activity combined with a healthy and balanced diet using Canada’s Physical Activity Guide for Older Adults and Canada’s Food Guide as references.
• Provide emergency care based on the participant needs (contact EMS, provide Emergency First Aid or CPR).

As a certified Fitness Instructor for Older Adults, I agree to provide a safe and effective group exercise class that provides appropriate exercise selection and intensity to meet the individual needs of each older adult in the group.

As a certified Personal Trainer for Older Adults, I agree to provide a safe and effective individual exercise program that provides appropriate exercise selection and intensity to meet the individual needs of each older adult client.

As a certified Older Adult Fitness Specialist (OAS), I agree to respect my role, abide by the Code of Ethics and work within my Scope of Ability at all times.

I recognize that failure to follow this Standard of Practice will result in immediate removal of my OAS certification designation.