Scope of Practice

What, exactly, do Personal Fitness Trainers (PFTs) do? Remember, we are not therapists, but we can work with your physical or occupational therapist and physician to design a program once we have completed an assessment. Our goal is to keep you safe, work with you to meet your goals and help you transform to a healthier you.

Diagnose	Receive exercise guidelines from a physician, physical therapist, or other qualified healthcare providers Follow national guidelines for exercise prescription for medical disorders Screen for exercise limitations Identify potential risk factors through screening Refer clients to medical practitioners when necessary
Prescribe	Design exercise programs Refer clients to medical practitioners for therapy
Prescribe diets or recommend specific drugs	Provide general information on healthy eating Refer clients to a dietitian or nutritionist for a specific diet
Treat injury or disease	Refer clients to a medical practitioner for treatment Use exercise to improve overall health by encouraging they follow any physician’s orders
Monitor progress for medically referred clients	Document progress Report progress to medical practitioner
Rehabilitate	Design an exercise program once a client has been released from rehab
Counsel	Coach Provide general information Refer clients to a qualified professional
Work with patients	Work with clients