UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPS

Maple Tree University

GROWING A TRAINED, CERTIFIED WORKFORCE IN EXERCISE ONCOLOGY

We have developed this university partnership program in response to a growing demand for a workforce that is appropriately trained and certified to meet the unique needs of a cancer survivor through exercise. With more than 20 million cancer survivors living today, the need for these qualified individuals is great. Therefore, partnerships with universities such as yours will allow us to meet this demand, while providing an opportunity for your four-year institution to distinguish yourselves from others with a distinct program of excellence.

Our University program offers you a fully-developed class to integrate into your existing curriculum. This class is designed to last one semester. A pre-requesit for this class is successful completion (grade of C or better) of an undergraduate Exercise Physiology (or equivalent) course.

The first 4 weeks of this class involves a comprehensive online training program, complete with a downloadable book and seven training modules for the students to navigate. In these modules, students will be educated on the pathophysiology of cancer, physiology of exercise, physiological effects of exercise on cancer, and trainings on conducting a safe fitness assessment, exercise prescription, and exercise programming. Downloadable educational materials area also included to maximize their learning experience. Finally, assignments are included to deepen understanding of the materials.

The lecture portion of this class will conclude with the option to take our nationally recognized Exercise Oncology Instructor certification, which is accredited through NASM.

The final 12-weeks of this class involve a practical component, whereby students develop, plan, and execute individualized exercise training on actual cancer patients. Partnerships are established with area hospitals to create a patient referral system for this portion of the class. Supervision by an on-site faculty member is warranted.

Module 1

Introduction and Pathophysiology of Cancer

  • Incidence and Mortality
  • Risk Factors for Cancer
  • Cancer Physiology
  • Signs and Symptoms of Cancer
  • Cancer Staging
  • Common Forms of Cancer
  • Cancer Treatments
  • Common Side Effects of Cancer Treatments

Module 2

Physiology of Exercise

  • What is Exercise Oncology?
  • Exercise Oncology Considerations
  • Metabolism
  • Cardiovascular Physiology
  • Muscular Physiology
  • Fitness Assessments
  • Exercise Programming
Physiological Effects of Exercise on Cancer

  • General Benefits of Exercise
  • Effects of Exercise on Cancer Treatment-Related Side Effects
  • Components of an Exercise Program

    • Fitness Assessment
    • Exercise Prescription
    • Exercise Programming
Research Overview of Improved Patient Outcome

Module 3

Training: Fitness Assessment
Training: Exercise Prescription

Module 4

Training: Exercise Programming

  • Aerobic and anaerobic exercise benefits for cancer patients
  • Cardiovascular activities
  • Muscular strength and endurance activities
  • Flexibility and range of motion activities
  • Data Management
  • Exercise Modifications/Safety Issues
Exercise Oncology Instructor Certification Exam

Module 5-15

Practical Exercise Component

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