Outline

Academic unit	Movement Sciences
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	BIOS1168 and BIOS1169
Corequisites ?	None
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Coordinator	Alycia Fong Yan, alycia.fongyan@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Final exam (Record+)	Final Exam Online final exam	40%	Formal exam period	2 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Small test	Anatomy Assumed Knowledge Quiz In class on-line quiz	0%	Week 01	15 mins
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	Practical Exam Practical Exam	30%	Week 07	30 mins
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	Exercise Management Plan and Oral Defence Exercise management plan submission and oral case defence	30%	Week 13	30 mins
Outcomes assessed:
= Type B final exam ?

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	Exceptional knowledge in musculoskeletal conditions and their management using individualised exercise testing and programming
Distinction	75 - 84	High level of knowledge in musculoskeletal conditions and their management using individualised exercise testing and programming
Credit	65 - 74	Good level of knowledge in musculoskeletal conditions and their management using individualised exercise testing and programming
Pass	50 - 64	Basic level of knowledge in musculoskeletal conditions and their management using individualised exercise testing and programming
Fail	0 - 49	Learning outcomes of the unit are not met to a satisfactory standard. There is a risk of harm to patients with the lack of knowledge and skill demonstrated

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Unit overview; scope of AEP roles and practice; Rehab contexts within the health framework; multi-disciplinary care and roles of other health professionals in MSK management; principles of case management and clinical reporting; Decision making algorithms: Control inflammation/pain What is injury? Risk Factors; Pain; Psych Responses to Injury; Phases of healing; acute, sub-acute and chronic condition	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 02	Pharmacology for musculoskeletal health: NSAIDs; opioids; mechanism of action, side-effects and implications for clinical status, exercise interactions and ensuring exercise safety. Decision making algorithms: Mobility/Range of Motion	Lecture (2 hr)
Practical: Intro to ROM Assessment Normative Data; Goniometry, Inclinometry and Visual inspection; Active vs Passive ROM and End-Feels	Practical (2 hr)
Week 03	Decision making algorithms: Muscle Performance, Neuromuscular Control and functional capacity; ‘return to play’ for sporting, occupational and ADL environments; assessment and revision of functional capacity	Lecture (2 hr)
Practical: Intro to Muscle Performance and Functional Capacity Assessment Normative Data MMT, HHD, Functional Tests	Practical (2 hr)
Week 04	Screening tools Postural analysis, functional body mechanics and movement screens The kinetic chain OKC vs CKC; movement quality and pathomechanics: principles of body mechanics	Lecture (2 hr)
Practical: Rehab Tools for the EP: Movement Analysis and Pathomechanics FMS; Postural Analysis	Practical (2 hr)
Week 05	AEP rehab tools and their evidence base: Improving Mobility Stretching, massage, triggers, dry needles	Lecture (2 hr)
1. GJH ROM and Strength Ax 2. Rehab Tools for the AEP: Improving Mobility Stretching, massage, myofascial release	Practical (2 hr)
Week 06	AEP rehab tools and their evidence base: Improving Muscle Performance and Functional Capacity Strength training: contraction types, equipment, progressions/regressions, home-based mods	Lecture (2 hr)
1. Elbow and Wrist ROM and Strength Ax 2. Rehab Tools for the AEP: Improving Muscle Performance Strength training for musculoskeletal conditions PRT hierarchy, Progressions/regressions	Practical (2 hr)
Week 08	Exercise rehabilitation programming: components, principles, documentation; behaviour change and sociocultural factors in rehab settings; goal setting; evidence-based practice in MSK rehab; progressions; msk signs and symptoms; regressions	Lecture (2 hr)
Tutorial: Designing an exercise management plan Sample exercise management plans Case-based management plan design	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 09	Shoulder I: Common conditions of the scapula Pathology/pathophysiology; diagnostic procedures and their limitations, medical, surgical and other interventions, and common medications; Exercise management plans: evidence base for FITT and progression, contraindications and safety considerations, goal setting, assessment and monitoring of clinical status, responding to changes in risk factors and clinical status (inc first aid response).	Lecture (2 hr)
Scapula Ax + Rx Assessment: Flexibility/ROM, Strength, Stability/Balance/NMC, Functional Movement Measurement tools and techniques to assess clinical and functional status Training/ Programming: Exercises, Progressions/Regressions	Practical (2 hr)
Week 10	Shoulder II: Common conditions of the Glenohumeral Joint Pathology/pathophysiology; diagnostic procedures and their limitations, medical, surgical and other interventions, and common medications; Exercise management plans: evidence base for FITT and progression, contraindications and safety considerations, goal setting, assessment and monitoring of clinical status, responding to changes in risk factors and clinical status (inc first aid response).	Lecture (2 hr)
GHJ Ax + Rx Assessment: Flexibility/ROM, Strength, Stability/Balance/NMC, Functional Movement Measurement tools and techniques to assess clinical and functional status Training/ Programming: Exercises, Progressions/Regressions	Practical (2 hr)
Week 11	Upper Limb: Common conditions of the Elbow and Wrist Pathology/pathophysiology; diagnostic procedures and their limitations, medical, surgical and other interventions, and common medications; Exercise management plans: evidence base for FITT and progression, contraindications and safety considerations, goal setting, assessment and monitoring of clinical status, responding to changes in risk factors and clinical status (inc first aid response).	Lecture (2 hr)
Elbow and Wrist Ax + Rx Assessment: Flexibility/ROM, Strength, Stability/Balance/NMC, Functional Movement Training/ Programming: Exercises, Progressions/Regressions	Practical (2 hr)
Week 12	Cervical Spine: Common conditions of the Cervical Spine Pathology/pathophysiology; diagnostic procedures and their limitations, medical, surgical and other interventions, and common medications; Exercise management plans: evidence base for FITT and progression, contraindications and safety considerations, goal setting, assessment and monitoring of clinical status, responding to changes in risk factors and clinical status (inc first aid response)	Lecture (2 hr)
Cervical Neck Ax + Rx Assessment: Flexibility/ROM, Strength, Stability/Balance/NMC, Functional Movement Training/ Programming: Exercises, Progressions/Regressions	Practical (2 hr)

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding of human structure, function, behaviour and the pathophysiological bases for a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions, to allow safe and effective engagement in physical activity in healthy and clinical populations.
LO2. Integrate knowledge from the basic, applied and social sciences with specialist technical skills relating to musculoskeletal assessment to implement exercise management plans with an evidence-based practice approach.
LO3. Demonstrate professional conduct and practice in case management and clinical reporting of musculoskeletal conditions within the scope of practice of the profession and healthcare system framework, including the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary care environment using ethical, culturally sensitive and professional behaviour.
LO4. Design, revise and deliver client-centred exercise plans that consider scientific evidence, client goals, medical history, clinical status and other influencing factors for a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions across the Accredited Exercise Physiology (AEP) pathology domains using behaviour change strategies, interpretation of information, critical analysis, synthesis of evidence, reflection and inventiveness.
LO5. Demonstrate ethical and professional conduct and behaviour, understand the scope of practice of AEPs and comply with the ESSA code of professional conduct and ethical practice.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes	Competency standards
	Accredited Exercise Physiologist Professional Standards - 11.4.1. Examine in depth, the pathological and pathophysiological bases of all target musculoskeletal conditions; and the interactions between exercise and acute, sub- acute and chronic conditions; musculoskeletal signs, symptoms and medications; and sport, rehabilitation and activity of daily living (ADL) environments. 2.3.1. Differentiate the pathological and pathophysiological bases for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of the AEP target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 2.3.3. Evaluate evidence base for mode, intensity, duration, frequency, volume and progression of exercise interventions for the target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and for a broad range of target conditions across all of the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.1. Differentiate contraindications for exercise for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.4. Formulate measurement actions, monitoring actions, and strategies to manage client clinical status and changes in clinical status before, during and after assessment and exercise, for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of AEP target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.6. Recognise, interpret, revise and demonstrate in client-centred, multi-disciplinary care models, responses to changing risk factors, safety factors and clinical situations before, during and after assessments and exercise (including first-aid response), for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.8. Explain the principles of body mechanics. 4.3.2. Design safe and effective exercise plans that consider available scientific evidence, client treatment goals, medical history, clinical status, screening and assessments information and other influencing factors. Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - 1.2.2. Support clients to meet their goals through the integration and application of the exercise science sub-discipline standards. 1.2.6. Identify risks and apply appropriate risk management strategies to the professional practice of exercise science. 2.2.1.1. Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of movement analysis knowledge and skills 2.2.1.3. Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of the physical effects of human interaction with equipment and the environment. 2.2.6. Identify specific aspects of movement patterns important for performance improvement and injury prevention. 4.2.7. Identify, interpret, report and take appropriate action regarding adverse signs and symptoms that may arise during exercise, sport and recovery. 4.2.8. Evaluate and monitor exercise-based interventions to ensure client safety. 5.2.1. Explain individual joint complexes and their independent and composite functions in posture and movement analysis in exercise. 5.2.2. Explain the relationship of structure (including micro and macro) with function, force and movement. 5.2.3. Identify the components of the neuro-musculoskeletal system of the body, and describe the role of the bony segments, joint-related connective tissue structures, muscles and forces applied to these structures. 5.2.5. Describe the adaptations that can occur within the neuro-musculoskeletal system as a result of deconditioning, ageing and injury, and the role of physical activity and exercise for preventing functional decline. 5.2.6. Analyse and evaluate results from static and dynamic assessments and provide recommendations for exercise prescription. 5.2.7. Analyse movement identifying which muscles are active in producing and controlling a movement of a joint. 6.2.3. Identify exercises that are contraindicated for particular stages of growth, maturation and development across the lifespan, and have knowledge of the injuries or conditions that commonly present during certain stages of growth and development. 7.2.1. Select and apply appropriate assessment procedures, including screening of appropriate social determinants of health, goal setting, obtaining informed consent and a relevant medical history, and performing a pre-exercise risk assessment and understand when onward referrals are warranted. 8.2.3. Apply anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, body planes or sections.
	Accredited Exercise Physiologist Professional Standards - 11.4.1. Examine in depth, the pathological and pathophysiological bases of all target musculoskeletal conditions; and the interactions between exercise and acute, sub- acute and chronic conditions; musculoskeletal signs, symptoms and medications; and sport, rehabilitation and activity of daily living (ADL) environments. 11.4.3. Evaluate functional body mechanics and the interrelationship to the rehabilitation setting and needs. 11.4.4. Examine: the scope of exercise physiology practice in rehabilitation and return to optimised function environments; and the use and limitations in use of common diagnostic tests to inform exercise prescription. 11.4.6. Select and employ pre-employment and other screening tools/techniques within the AEP scope of practice to establish client baseline exercise and functional capacity; inform exercise prescription and monitor client progression. 11.4.7. Consider medications, surgical, medical and allied health interventions/treatments, clinical and safety risks, co-morbidities, indications, contraindications, exercise setting, treatment objectives and their implications on clinical status, exercise and functional capacity, and the design and delivery of safe and effective exercise and intervention plans for individual musculoskeletal, rehabilitation and pre-employment clients. 11.4.8. Recognise clinical signs and symptoms of adverse musculoskeletal response and identify and respond to changes in clinical status, co-morbidities, exercise and functional capacity, inter and intra session. 2.3.1. Differentiate the pathological and pathophysiological bases for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of the AEP target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 2.3.3. Evaluate evidence base for mode, intensity, duration, frequency, volume and progression of exercise interventions for the target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and for a broad range of target conditions across all of the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.1. Differentiate contraindications for exercise for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.10. Formulate and demonstrate measurement, evaluation and reporting of functional capacity that includes evaluation plans and considers a variety of settings including clinical/private practice, tertiary care, pre-employment, workplace, recreation and sports settings. 3.3.4. Formulate measurement actions, monitoring actions, and strategies to manage client clinical status and changes in clinical status before, during and after assessment and exercise, for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of AEP target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.5. Choose and apply (before, during and after assessment and exercise) guidelines and measurement tools/techniques to measure and assess clients’ clinical and functional status; and safe and effective exercise ranges and limits, for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.6. Recognise, interpret, revise and demonstrate in client-centred, multi-disciplinary care models, responses to changing risk factors, safety factors and clinical situations before, during and after assessments and exercise (including first-aid response), for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 4.3.2. Design safe and effective exercise plans that consider available scientific evidence, client treatment goals, medical history, clinical status, screening and assessments information and other influencing factors. Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - 1.2.2. Support clients to meet their goals through the integration and application of the exercise science sub-discipline standards. 1.2.3. Choose and apply a variety of verbal and non-verbal communication methods appropriate to the client and/or population, carers and other health and exercise professionals. 2.2.1.1. Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of movement analysis knowledge and skills 2.2.2. Apply the principles of the biomechanical analysis of human movement to activities of daily living across a broad range of populations. 2.2.6. Identify specific aspects of movement patterns important for performance improvement and injury prevention. 4.2.1. Select and apply a range of evidence-based tools and methods to prescribe monitor and evaluate exercise load and progress based on the needs of individuals. 4.2.2. Interpret data obtained during a client assessment to prescribe, deliver and monitor physical activity and exercise-based interventions. 4.2.3. Analyse a broad range of exercise modalities and select appropriate exercises and equipment to suit the needs and abilities of clients including consideration of social determinants of health. 4.2.4. Apply the principles of motor control and learning, functional anatomy and biomechanics to assess movement and to recognise dysfunctional movement patterns and unsafe exercise technique. 4.2.5. Select and apply learning cues and movement progressions for teaching and correcting movement and exercise technique. 4.2.7. Identify, interpret, report and take appropriate action regarding adverse signs and symptoms that may arise during exercise, sport and recovery. 4.2.8. Evaluate and monitor exercise-based interventions to ensure client safety. 5.2.1. Explain individual joint complexes and their independent and composite functions in posture and movement analysis in exercise. 5.2.2. Explain the relationship of structure (including micro and macro) with function, force and movement. 5.2.3. Identify the components of the neuro-musculoskeletal system of the body, and describe the role of the bony segments, joint-related connective tissue structures, muscles and forces applied to these structures. 5.2.5. Describe the adaptations that can occur within the neuro-musculoskeletal system as a result of deconditioning, ageing and injury, and the role of physical activity and exercise for preventing functional decline. 5.2.6. Analyse and evaluate results from static and dynamic assessments and provide recommendations for exercise prescription. 5.2.7. Analyse movement identifying which muscles are active in producing and controlling a movement of a joint. 6.2.3. Identify exercises that are contraindicated for particular stages of growth, maturation and development across the lifespan, and have knowledge of the injuries or conditions that commonly present during certain stages of growth and development. 7.2.1. Select and apply appropriate assessment procedures, including screening of appropriate social determinants of health, goal setting, obtaining informed consent and a relevant medical history, and performing a pre-exercise risk assessment and understand when onward referrals are warranted. 7.2.2. Identify and use the common processes and equipment required to conduct accurate and safe health, physical activity and exercise assessments. 7.2.3. Identify and describe the limitations, contraindications or considerations that may require the modification of assessments and make appropriate adjustments for diverse individuals. 7.2.4. Explain the scientific rationale, reliability, validity, assumptions and limitations of common assessments. 7.2.6. Select, develop and conduct appropriate protocols for safe, effective and culturally sensitive assessments including risk management and risk assessment concepts associated with the health and assessment of exercise science. 7.2.7. Identify the need for guidance or further information from an appropriate health professional and recognise when medical supervision is required before or during an assessment and when to cease a test. 7.2.8. Analyse, interpret, communicate and record information and results from assessments including the accuracy and limitations of the assessment with the client, and families, carers and other health and exercise professionals where appropriate. 8.2.3. Apply anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, body planes or sections. 8.2.5. Utilise relevant anatomical or lay terms in communication with clients, and families, carers and other health or exercise professionals where appropriate.
	Accredited Exercise Physiologist Professional Standards - 1.3.1. Illustrate the scope of practice of Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) and the scope of roles available for AEP practice. 11.4.1. Examine in depth, the pathological and pathophysiological bases of all target musculoskeletal conditions; and the interactions between exercise and acute, sub- acute and chronic conditions; musculoskeletal signs, symptoms and medications; and sport, rehabilitation and activity of daily living (ADL) environments. 11.4.10. Practise employing pre-screening tools; exercise and functional capacity techniques; and active, passive and resistive assessment tests within the boundaries of the ESSA AEP Scope of practice. 11.4.3. Evaluate functional body mechanics and the interrelationship to the rehabilitation setting and needs. 11.4.4. Examine: the scope of exercise physiology practice in rehabilitation and return to optimised function environments; and the use and limitations in use of common diagnostic tests to inform exercise prescription. 11.4.6. Select and employ pre-employment and other screening tools/techniques within the AEP scope of practice to establish client baseline exercise and functional capacity; inform exercise prescription and monitor client progression. 11.4.7. Consider medications, surgical, medical and allied health interventions/treatments, clinical and safety risks, co-morbidities, indications, contraindications, exercise setting, treatment objectives and their implications on clinical status, exercise and functional capacity, and the design and delivery of safe and effective exercise and intervention plans for individual musculoskeletal, rehabilitation and pre-employment clients. 11.4.8. Recognise clinical signs and symptoms of adverse musculoskeletal response and identify and respond to changes in clinical status, co-morbidities, exercise and functional capacity, inter and intra session. 11.4.9. Practise musculoskeletal assessments before exercise on musculoskeletal cohort clients. 2.3.1. Differentiate the pathological and pathophysiological bases for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of the AEP target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 2.3.2. Distinguish common diagnostic procedures, medical, surgical and other interventions, and commonly prescribed medications for a broad range of target conditions across all AEP pathology domains. 3.3.1. Differentiate contraindications for exercise for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.10. Formulate and demonstrate measurement, evaluation and reporting of functional capacity that includes evaluation plans and considers a variety of settings including clinical/private practice, tertiary care, pre-employment, workplace, recreation and sports settings. 3.3.4. Formulate measurement actions, monitoring actions, and strategies to manage client clinical status and changes in clinical status before, during and after assessment and exercise, for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of AEP target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.5. Choose and apply (before, during and after assessment and exercise) guidelines and measurement tools/techniques to measure and assess clients’ clinical and functional status; and safe and effective exercise ranges and limits, for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.6. Recognise, interpret, revise and demonstrate in client-centred, multi-disciplinary care models, responses to changing risk factors, safety factors and clinical situations before, during and after assessments and exercise (including first-aid response), for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.7. Formulate and demonstrate measurement, evaluation and reporting of exercise capacity including verbal and written communication with clients, referrer and other relevant stakeholders. 3.3.8. Explain the principles of body mechanics. 3.3.9. Discuss core principles of functional capacity as it relates to regulations, scientific evidence, safe practice, client need and a multi-disciplinary care environment. 4.3.3. Design and revise functional capacity assessments and interventions that consider the clients’ needs, capabilities, duties and/or workplace setting/requirements. Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - 1.2.5. Distinguish roles of exercise professionals and health professionals within exercise science settings and judge when to refer. 1.2.6. Identify risks and apply appropriate risk management strategies to the professional practice of exercise science. 7.2.1. Select and apply appropriate assessment procedures, including screening of appropriate social determinants of health, goal setting, obtaining informed consent and a relevant medical history, and performing a pre-exercise risk assessment and understand when onward referrals are warranted. 7.2.6. Select, develop and conduct appropriate protocols for safe, effective and culturally sensitive assessments including risk management and risk assessment concepts associated with the health and assessment of exercise science. 7.2.7. Identify the need for guidance or further information from an appropriate health professional and recognise when medical supervision is required before or during an assessment and when to cease a test. 7.2.8. Analyse, interpret, communicate and record information and results from assessments including the accuracy and limitations of the assessment with the client, and families, carers and other health and exercise professionals where appropriate. 8.2.5. Utilise relevant anatomical or lay terms in communication with clients, and families, carers and other health or exercise professionals where appropriate.
	Accredited Exercise Physiologist Professional Standards - 1.3.1. Illustrate the scope of practice of Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) and the scope of roles available for AEP practice. 1.3.2. Employ core principles of case management and appropriate clinical reporting in the delivery of clinical, health and wellness, work conditioning and rehabilitation services within the boundaries of the ESSA AEP scope of practice and the healthcare system framework. 11.4.1. Examine in depth, the pathological and pathophysiological bases of all target musculoskeletal conditions; and the interactions between exercise and acute, sub- acute and chronic conditions; musculoskeletal signs, symptoms and medications; and sport, rehabilitation and activity of daily living (ADL) environments. 11.4.11. Compose, deliver and revise safe and effective functional exercise and workplace rehabilitation programs that consider client clinical status and needs, treatment objectives/progress, influencing parameters and protocol/guidelines including age appropriate exercise guidelines and final phase rehabilitation/functional conditions/return to play guidelines. 11.4.2. Appraise the mode, intensity, duration frequency, volume and progression on clinical outcomes for musculoskeletal clients. 11.4.3. Evaluate functional body mechanics and the interrelationship to the rehabilitation setting and needs. 11.4.4. Examine: the scope of exercise physiology practice in rehabilitation and return to optimised function environments; and the use and limitations in use of common diagnostic tests to inform exercise prescription. 11.4.5. Compare the roles of Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) and other health professionals in delivering care to musculoskeletal clientele in multi-disciplinary care and rehabilitation environments. 11.4.7. Consider medications, surgical, medical and allied health interventions/treatments, clinical and safety risks, co-morbidities, indications, contraindications, exercise setting, treatment objectives and their implications on clinical status, exercise and functional capacity, and the design and delivery of safe and effective exercise and intervention plans for individual musculoskeletal, rehabilitation and pre-employment clients. 11.4.8. Recognise clinical signs and symptoms of adverse musculoskeletal response and identify and respond to changes in clinical status, co-morbidities, exercise and functional capacity, inter and intra session. 2.3.1. Differentiate the pathological and pathophysiological bases for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of the AEP target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 2.3.3. Evaluate evidence base for mode, intensity, duration, frequency, volume and progression of exercise interventions for the target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and for a broad range of target conditions across all of the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.1. Differentiate contraindications for exercise for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.4. Formulate measurement actions, monitoring actions, and strategies to manage client clinical status and changes in clinical status before, during and after assessment and exercise, for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of AEP target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.5. Choose and apply (before, during and after assessment and exercise) guidelines and measurement tools/techniques to measure and assess clients’ clinical and functional status; and safe and effective exercise ranges and limits, for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.6. Recognise, interpret, revise and demonstrate in client-centred, multi-disciplinary care models, responses to changing risk factors, safety factors and clinical situations before, during and after assessments and exercise (including first-aid response), for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains. 3.3.8. Explain the principles of body mechanics. 4.3.2. Design safe and effective exercise plans that consider available scientific evidence, client treatment goals, medical history, clinical status, screening and assessments information and other influencing factors.
	Accredited Exercise Physiologist Professional Standards - 1. Standard 1: Professional Practice 1.3.1. Illustrate the scope of practice of Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) and the scope of roles available for AEP practice. 1.3.2. Employ core principles of case management and appropriate clinical reporting in the delivery of clinical, health and wellness, work conditioning and rehabilitation services within the boundaries of the ESSA AEP scope of practice and the healthcare system framework. 1.3.3. Practise professional conduct that incorporates the principles, legislation, regulations, rights and responsibilities that underpin: the ESSA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice; therapeutic and collegial relationships; and professional practice in a client centred, multi-disciplinary care environment. 1.3.4. Employ evidence-based practice and professional clinical practice principles in the practice of the profession of an AEP. Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - 1.2.5. Distinguish roles of exercise professionals and health professionals within exercise science settings and judge when to refer. 1.2.6. Identify risks and apply appropriate risk management strategies to the professional practice of exercise science. 4.2.1. Select and apply a range of evidence-based tools and methods to prescribe monitor and evaluate exercise load and progress based on the needs of individuals. 4.2.2. Interpret data obtained during a client assessment to prescribe, deliver and monitor physical activity and exercise-based interventions. 4.2.3. Analyse a broad range of exercise modalities and select appropriate exercises and equipment to suit the needs and abilities of clients including consideration of social determinants of health. 4.2.5. Select and apply learning cues and movement progressions for teaching and correcting movement and exercise technique. 4.2.6. Identify and explain the common contraindications for participation in exercise and the associated risks. 4.2.7. Identify, interpret, report and take appropriate action regarding adverse signs and symptoms that may arise during exercise, sport and recovery. 4.2.8. Evaluate and monitor exercise-based interventions to ensure client safety. 5.2.5. Describe the adaptations that can occur within the neuro-musculoskeletal system as a result of deconditioning, ageing and injury, and the role of physical activity and exercise for preventing functional decline. 7.2.1. Select and apply appropriate assessment procedures, including screening of appropriate social determinants of health, goal setting, obtaining informed consent and a relevant medical history, and performing a pre-exercise risk assessment and understand when onward referrals are warranted. 7.2.7. Identify the need for guidance or further information from an appropriate health professional and recognise when medical supervision is required before or during an assessment and when to cease a test.

Accredited Exercise Physiologist Professional Standards -

Competency code	Taught, Practiced or Assessed	Competency standard
1.3.1		Illustrate the scope of practice of Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) and the scope of roles available for AEP practice.
1.3.2		Employ core principles of case management and appropriate clinical reporting in the delivery of clinical, health and wellness, work conditioning and rehabilitation services within the boundaries of the ESSA AEP scope of practice and the healthcare system framework.
1.3.3		Practise professional conduct that incorporates the principles, legislation, regulations, rights and responsibilities that underpin: the ESSA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice; therapeutic and collegial relationships; and professional practice in a client centred, multi-disciplinary care environment.
1.3.4		Employ evidence-based practice and professional clinical practice principles in the practice of the profession of an AEP.
11.4.1		Examine in depth, the pathological and pathophysiological bases of all target musculoskeletal conditions; and the interactions between exercise and acute, sub- acute and chronic conditions; musculoskeletal signs, symptoms and medications; and sport, rehabilitation and activity of daily living (ADL) environments.
11.4.10		Practise employing pre-screening tools; exercise and functional capacity techniques; and active, passive and resistive assessment tests within the boundaries of the ESSA AEP Scope of practice.
11.4.11		Compose, deliver and revise safe and effective functional exercise and workplace rehabilitation programs that consider client clinical status and needs, treatment objectives/progress, influencing parameters and protocol/guidelines including age appropriate exercise guidelines and final phase rehabilitation/functional conditions/return to play guidelines.
11.4.2		Appraise the mode, intensity, duration frequency, volume and progression on clinical outcomes for musculoskeletal clients.
11.4.3		Evaluate functional body mechanics and the interrelationship to the rehabilitation setting and needs.
11.4.4		Examine: the scope of exercise physiology practice in rehabilitation and return to optimised function environments; and the use and limitations in use of common diagnostic tests to inform exercise prescription.
11.4.5		Compare the roles of Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) and other health professionals in delivering care to musculoskeletal clientele in multi-disciplinary care and rehabilitation environments.
11.4.6		Select and employ pre-employment and other screening tools/techniques within the AEP scope of practice to establish client baseline exercise and functional capacity; inform exercise prescription and monitor client progression.
11.4.7		Consider medications, surgical, medical and allied health interventions/treatments, clinical and safety risks, co-morbidities, indications, contraindications, exercise setting, treatment objectives and their implications on clinical status, exercise and functional capacity, and the design and delivery of safe and effective exercise and intervention plans for individual musculoskeletal, rehabilitation and pre-employment clients.
11.4.8		Recognise clinical signs and symptoms of adverse musculoskeletal response and identify and respond to changes in clinical status, co-morbidities, exercise and functional capacity, inter and intra session.
11.4.9		Practise musculoskeletal assessments before exercise on musculoskeletal cohort clients.
2.3.1		Differentiate the pathological and pathophysiological bases for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of the AEP target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains.
2.3.2		Distinguish common diagnostic procedures, medical, surgical and other interventions, and commonly prescribed medications for a broad range of target conditions across all AEP pathology domains.
2.3.3		Evaluate evidence base for mode, intensity, duration, frequency, volume and progression of exercise interventions for the target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and for a broad range of target conditions across all of the other AEP pathology domains.
3.3.1		Differentiate contraindications for exercise for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains.
3.3.4		Formulate measurement actions, monitoring actions, and strategies to manage client clinical status and changes in clinical status before, during and after assessment and exercise, for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of AEP target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains.
3.3.5		Choose and apply (before, during and after assessment and exercise) guidelines and measurement tools/techniques to measure and assess clients’ clinical and functional status; and safe and effective exercise ranges and limits, for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains.
3.3.6		Recognise, interpret, revise and demonstrate in client-centred, multi-disciplinary care models, responses to changing risk factors, safety factors and clinical situations before, during and after assessments and exercise (including first-aid response), for all target conditions in the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular domains and a broad range of target conditions across the other AEP pathology domains.
3.3.7		Formulate and demonstrate measurement, evaluation and reporting of exercise capacity including verbal and written communication with clients, referrer and other relevant stakeholders.
3.3.8		Explain the principles of body mechanics.
4.3.2		Design safe and effective exercise plans that consider available scientific evidence, client treatment goals, medical history, clinical status, screening and assessments information and other influencing factors.
4.3.3		Design and revise functional capacity assessments and interventions that consider the clients’ needs, capabilities, duties and/or workplace setting/requirements.
5.3.1		Deliver safe and effective exercise plans that consider available scientific evidence, client treatment goals, medical history, clinical status and other influencing factors.
5.3.2		Deliver safe and effective exercise interventions to affect positive changes in exercise and functional capacity; health and wellness behaviours and that consider influencing factors including risk, safety, individual and sociocultural/economic factors.
5.3.3		Relay medicines information including purpose and importance of compliance and exercise related side effects; and nutrition information aligned to nationally endorsed guidelines to clients considering clinical status and other influencing factors for client comprehension.

Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) -

Competency code	Taught, Practiced or Assessed	Competency standard
1.2.2		Support clients to meet their goals through the integration and application of the exercise science sub-discipline standards.
1.2.3		Choose and apply a variety of verbal and non-verbal communication methods appropriate to the client and/or population, carers and other health and exercise professionals.
1.2.5		Distinguish roles of exercise professionals and health professionals within exercise science settings and judge when to refer.
2.2.1.1		Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of movement analysis knowledge and skills
2.2.1.2		Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of scientific approaches to ascertaining the aetiology of injury and acute, chronic and complex conditions as they relate to movement.
2.2.1.3		Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of the physical effects of human interaction with equipment and the environment.
2.2.2		Apply the principles of the biomechanical analysis of human movement to activities of daily living across a broad range of populations.
2.2.6		Identify specific aspects of movement patterns important for performance improvement and injury prevention.
4.2.1		Select and apply a range of evidence-based tools and methods to prescribe monitor and evaluate exercise load and progress based on the needs of individuals.
4.2.10		Design and deliver evidence-based, exercise-based interventions and apply behavioural strategies that meet the needs and preferences of clients.
4.2.2		Interpret data obtained during a client assessment to prescribe, deliver and monitor physical activity and exercise-based interventions.
4.2.3		Analyse a broad range of exercise modalities and select appropriate exercises and equipment to suit the needs and abilities of clients including consideration of social determinants of health.
4.2.4		Apply the principles of motor control and learning, functional anatomy and biomechanics to assess movement and to recognise dysfunctional movement patterns and unsafe exercise technique.
4.2.5		Select and apply learning cues and movement progressions for teaching and correcting movement and exercise technique.
4.2.6		Identify and explain the common contraindications for participation in exercise and the associated risks.
4.2.7		Identify, interpret, report and take appropriate action regarding adverse signs and symptoms that may arise during exercise, sport and recovery.
4.2.8		Evaluate and monitor exercise-based interventions to ensure client safety.
5.2.1		Explain individual joint complexes and their independent and composite functions in posture and movement analysis in exercise.
5.2.2		Explain the relationship of structure (including micro and macro) with function, force and movement.
5.2.3		Identify the components of the neuro-musculoskeletal system of the body, and describe the role of the bony segments, joint-related connective tissue structures, muscles and forces applied to these structures.
5.2.5		Describe the adaptations that can occur within the neuro-musculoskeletal system as a result of deconditioning, ageing and injury, and the role of physical activity and exercise for preventing functional decline.
5.2.6		Analyse and evaluate results from static and dynamic assessments and provide recommendations for exercise prescription.
5.2.7		Analyse movement identifying which muscles are active in producing and controlling a movement of a joint.
6.2.3		Identify exercises that are contraindicated for particular stages of growth, maturation and development across the lifespan, and have knowledge of the injuries or conditions that commonly present during certain stages of growth and development.
7.2.1		Select and apply appropriate assessment procedures, including screening of appropriate social determinants of health, goal setting, obtaining informed consent and a relevant medical history, and performing a pre-exercise risk assessment and understand when onward referrals are warranted.
7.2.2		Identify and use the common processes and equipment required to conduct accurate and safe health, physical activity and exercise assessments.
7.2.3		Identify and describe the limitations, contraindications or considerations that may require the modification of assessments and make appropriate adjustments for diverse individuals.
7.2.4		Explain the scientific rationale, reliability, validity, assumptions and limitations of common assessments.
7.2.6		Select, develop and conduct appropriate protocols for safe, effective and culturally sensitive assessments including risk management and risk assessment concepts associated with the health and assessment of exercise science.
7.2.7		Identify the need for guidance or further information from an appropriate health professional and recognise when medical supervision is required before or during an assessment and when to cease a test.
7.2.8		Analyse, interpret, communicate and record information and results from assessments including the accuracy and limitations of the assessment with the client, and families, carers and other health and exercise professionals where appropriate.
8.2.3		Apply anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, body planes or sections.
8.2.5		Utilise relevant anatomical or lay terms in communication with clients, and families, carers and other health or exercise professionals where appropriate.

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