Understanding certain aspects of human biology can give you a better understanding of the operation of nerves and muscles in movements and reactions in the body. This course is ideal for those who are wanting to help people improve their flexibility, performance and posture, including fitness professionals, health professionals and rehabilitation practitioners.
The Certificate of Human Biology – Muscles and Movement is an online professional development program that will give you insights into how nerves and muscles work to assist people with mobility issues or those wanting to improve their fitness performance.
In this human biology short course, you will learn about the structure of the nervous system, the anatomy of neurons, and how the nervous system affects motor skill performance.
You will also study skeletal muscles in terms of how they are organised, move and develop, and how specific exercises can assist with flexibility and posture.
On completion of this course, you will understand how muscles and movement can help people with mobility issues or fitness goals and ultimately improve their quality of life.
Course Structure
Human Biology - Muscles and Movement
Unit 1 – How nerves work
- Structure of the nervous system
- Neuron function
- Anatomy of neurons
- How muscles work with nerves
- Basic body functions
Unit 2 – Nerves and motor skills
- Overview
- Synapses
- Neurotransmitters
- Neural circuits
- Science of motor skills
- How motor skills develop
- Physiology of the central nervous system
- Homeostatic reflex arc
- Spinal cord and spinal nerves
- Central sensorimotor programs
Unit 3 – Skeletal muscle
- The skeleton
- How bones form
- Anatomy of bone
- Fractures and fracture healing
- Types of bones
- Bone joints
- Skeletal muscles
- Smooth muscle
- Striated voluntary muscle
- Cardiac muscle
- Relationship between muscle and skeleton
Unit 4 – Muscle organisation
- Parts of the muscular system: tendons, deep fascia, epimysium etc
- Types of muscle fibre
- Muscle types: striated, smooth, cardiac
- Skeletal muscle types: slow oxidative, fast glycolic, etc
- What muscle cause what movement
Unit 5 – Muscular movement
- How do muscles move
- How skeletal muscles produce movement
- How levers are used to produce muscular movement
- Group actions
- Terminology
- Muscle groups and movements
Unit 6 – Muscular development
- Muscular body function
- Energy systems
- Muscular strength
- Muscular endurance
Unit 7 – Muscle flexibility
- Introduction
- Flexibility
- Excitation contraction of muscle
- Different levels of flexibility
- Internal flexibility
- External flexibility
Unit 8 – Muscles and posture
- Posture
- Gravity support
- Net movement
- Benefits of posture
- Good posture
- Postural mechanisms
- Slow and fast twitch muscles
- Nervous system feedback
- Posture improvement
- Ergonomics
Study Hours
Estimated duration 50 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Testimonials
Thank you I love studying with you guys
M. Costanzo, Albion Park, NSW | Certificate of Human Biology – Muscles and Movement
I thoroughly enjoyed the overall flexibility of the course. I found I was self motivated to complete each assignment as questions were diverse and able to be tailored to suit my personal areas of interest/curiosity. Questions and concepts were worded at a beginner level which was helpful in understanding the core basics of the topics.
G. Thomas, Bentley Park, QLD | Certificate of Human Biology – Muscles and Movement
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
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Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
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- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
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How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
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Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional Development for:
- Fitness Professionals
- Personal Trainers
- Rehabilitation Practitioners
- Health Professionals
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