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Strength Training for the Upper Body

Strength Training for the Upper Body


3 Hours Instructional Level: Intermediate
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Description:

Course release date: 11/1/2026

Course Overview

Physical therapists, occupational therapists, and athletic trainers seeking continuing education credit hours will learn evidence-informed upper-body strength training strategies to support client and patient function, mobility, performance, and participation in daily activities. This course reviews upper-extremity exercise mechanics, resistance training principles, programming variables, and practical exercise modifications for individuals across ages, abilities, and functional goals. Learners will explore how to select and adapt upper-body strengthening exercises that support rehabilitation, injury prevention, ADL and IADL performance, movement quality, and functional outcomes. The course includes sample routines, workout templates, and research-aligned programming guidance for safe, effective upper-body strength training in rehabilitation, sports medicine, and therapeutic practice settings.

Full Course Description
Course release date: 11/1/2026Course OverviewPhysical therapists, occupational therapists, and athletic trainers seeking continuing education credit hours will learn evidence-informed upper-body strength training strategies to support client and patient function, mobility, performance, and participation in daily activities. This course reviews upper-extremity exercise mechanics, resistance training principles, programming variables, and practical exercise modifications for individuals across ages, abilities, and functional goals. Learners will explore how to select and adapt upper-body strengthening exercises that support rehabilitation, injury prevention, ADL...

Goals & Objectives:

Course Overview

Physical therapists, occupational therapists, and athletic trainers seeking continuing education credit hours will learn evidence-informed upper-body strength training strategies to support client and patient function, mobility, performance, and participation in daily activities. This course reviews upper-extremity exercise mechanics, resistance training principles, programming variables, and practical exercise modifications for individuals across ages, abilities, and functional goals. Learners will explore how to select and adapt upper-body strengthening exercises that support rehabilitation, injury prevention, ADL and IADL performance, movement quality, and functional outcomes. The course includes sample routines, workout templates, and research-aligned programming guidance for safe, effective upper-body strength training in rehabilitation, sports medicine, and therapeutic practice settings.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Examine the research on updated exercise programming methods.
  • Design an upper body strength training session in alignment with current exercise programming research.
  • Select appropriate upper body strength exercises for specific outcomes.
  • Execute an upper body strength training session.
  • Modify upper body strength exercises during sessions.

Goals & Objectives:

Course Overview

Physical therapists, occupational therapists, and athletic trainers seeking continuing education credit hours will learn evidence-informed upper-body strength training strategies to support client and patient function, mobility, performance, and participation in daily activities. This course reviews upper-extremity exercise mechanics, resistance training principles, programming variables, and practical exercise modifications for individuals across ages, abilities, and functional goals. Learners will explore how to select and adapt upper-body strengthening exercises that support rehabilitation, injury prevention, ADL and IADL performance, movement quality, and functional outcomes. The course includes sample routines, workout templates, and research-aligned programming guidance for safe, effective upper-body strength training in rehabilitation, sports medicine, and therapeutic practice settings.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Examine the research on updated exercise programming methods.
  • Design an upper body strength training session in alignment with current exercise programming research.
  • Select appropriate upper body strength exercises for specific outcomes.
  • Execute an upper body strength training session.
  • Modify upper body strength exercises during sessions.

Disclosures:

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
Athletic Training, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
Athletic Training: 3
Occupational Therapy: 3
Physical Therapy: 3


If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by clicking here: Contact Us or by using the chat functionality.

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

Disclosures:

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
Athletic Training, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
Athletic Training: 3
Occupational Therapy: 3
Physical Therapy: 3


If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by clicking here: Contact Us or by using the chat functionality.

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

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