Become an OncoVie™ Cancer Exercise Specialist with CETI, the global leader in oncology exercise education for professionals.

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Millions are diagnosed with cancer and chronic health issues every year

As a health and fitness professional, you can fill an immense need by helping those at high risk with preventative exercise and by improving health during and after medical treatment

100 million at high risk for chronic disease in the USA

32 million cancer survivors worldwide

Learn about 27 cancer types

“This is a pioneering concept by Andrea and CETI. The whole concept of taking health and fitness professionals and giving them additional training to become legitimate specialists in the care and treatment of cancer patients is a unique and valuable program. I’ve gone through the modules and they are outstanding. In my world of breast cancer, people with this level of cancer exercise training are really needed.”

-Dr. Jay Harness

THE EXERCISE NEED

As a health and fitness professional you have an unprecedented opportunity to help millions who need guidance with exercise and create a niche market for yourself.

Become the local expert, plus learn how to virtually train those with compromised immune systems who cannot go to a clinic or health club. Expand your reach around the world.

HOW EXERCISE CHANGES LIVES

PREVENTION

Improve overall health and reduce cancer risk factors

DURING TREATMENT

Help patients throughout treatment and reduce severity of side effects

AFTER TREATMENT

Minimize chance of recurrence

Mitigate acute and chronic side effects of treatment

Speed recovery from surgery

Increase life expectancy and enhance quality of life

HEALTH BENEFITS

A safe, customized, and effective exercise program helps clients experience....

LESS

Depression, Anxiety, Pain, Injury, Fatigue, and Disease Recurrence

BETTER

Coping, Strength, Energy, Endurance, Mobility, Sleep Quality, Ease in Activities of Daily Living, Functional Movement, Range of Motion, Posture, and Balance

Energy, Joy, and Satisfaction with Life

Exercise and physical activity is one of the best tools to boost health, improve life expectancy and reduce treatment side effects.

– There is a reason for the creation of the term “Exercise is Medicine” –

THE OPPORTUNITY

Cancer patients, survivors, and those with chronic health risks are less active than the general population

They all want and need help when it comes to exercise

Unfortunately, there is a severe lack of health & fitness professionals who have the expertise required to support cancer patients and older adults with chronic conditions

This is because working with chronic conditions, cancer patients & survivors, requires a much more knowledgeable and customized approach

If you’ve ever considered working with the cancer and aging population, perhaps you’ve wondered:

What credentials do I need to work with special needs clients?

What are the liabilities?

What are the recommendations and guidelines for working with cancer survivors and those with chronic conditions?

How can I customize those guidelines to work for each client?

What are the risks I need to be aware of?

How do I conduct an effective assessment before we begin?

What do I need to know about each type of cancer or condition?

How will current treatments affect my recommendations?

What is appropriate at different stages of the cancer and chronic disease journey?

How can I help my clients build healthy habits & exercise behaviors that stick?

These are just a few of the locations that you can find an OncoVie™ Cancer Exercise Specialist!

Don’t take unnecessary risks with cancer patients/survivors and clients with chronic conditions. Let us provide you with the most current and evidence-based education to create safe and effective action plans.

You will get the tools, confidence and support of the global leader in oncology exercise education

(From prevention, to treatment and recovery, and long-term survivorship)

Andrea Leonard

Founder and President of the Cancer Exercise Training Institute

“Andrea knew that her calling in life was to help make a difference in the lives of cancer patients worldwide.” – E.G. Beres

Andrea is a 41 year cancer survivor, has authored 20 books on the subject of cancer and exercise and is a sought after speaker, author and educator for cancer exercise training around the world.

Andrea received her MS in Functional Nutrition from the Rocky Mountain University of Health Professionals, was the PFP/Club Industry 2019 Personal Trainer of the Year and has 35 years worth of career certifications from NASM, ACSM, ACE and the Cooper Institute. She is a subject matter expert for the Medical Wellness Association, chairperson for the Medical Fitness Foundation Education Advisory Board, and advisory board member for the MedFit Network.

The Cancer Exercise Training Institute is considered the gold-standard of education in oncology exercise and has trained more individuals than any other organization in the world.

CETI IS RECOGNIZED BY

THE SIMPLE FACTS:

CETI is the global leader in oncology exercise training over the past 21 years, training over 18,000 professionals in 55 countries.

How CETI Courses Work

We provide online and in-person courses developed specifically for health & fitness professionals who want to work with cancer and high-risk populations.

Comprehensive books, video training, quizzes and exams. Online, virtual and live course options.

Email/phone support with optional one-on-one sessions and business support.

Regular content updates with peer-reviewed and evidence-based information.

Here's what you will learn in the OncoVie™ Cancer Exercise Specialist Advanced Qualification:

MODULE 1

Get an in-depth look at the most common surgical procedures for 26 of the most common cancer types, as well as pediatrics. Experience a video-based session, as well as a comprehensive manual, on the subject matter. Gain a deeper insight into acute and chronic side-effects and contraindications of surgical procedures, cancer staging, genetics, and the human biome/immune system. Experience a video-introduction and welcome from Dr. Jay Harness and a video by Dr. La Gary Carter on “Exercise as Medicine” as well as a comprehensive manual and practice test on the subject matter.

What is cancer?
Cancer causes
Genetics
5 stages of grief
What to say to someone who has been diagnosed with cancer
The role of a CES in palliative care
Being a caregiver
The Immune System and human biome
Surgery types for 27 cancers – acute and chronic side-effects
Contraindications

MODULE 2

Learn about risk factors for breast cancer, recommended surgeries, treatment, and reconstruction as well as side-effects/complications, and lymphedema prevention and management. Experience video-based sessions by Denise Stewart, OT, on scar tissue awareness, Upper and lower extremity lymph drainage exercise programming by Andrea Leonard, and Cancer and Comorbidities by Dr. Dan Mikeska, as well as a comprehensive manual and practice test on the subject matter.

Types of breast cancer
Risk factors
Breast surgery and reconstruction
Axillary web syndrome
Cancer Treatment – acute and chronic side-effects
Neurological complications
Lymphedema – prevention, identification, and management
Mindful breathing

MODULE 3

Learn how to conduct a postural assessment, goniometric measurements, and several other testing methods. Determine individualized programming based on range of motion limitations, postural deviations, and acute and chronic side-effects. Use manual stretching techniques to help with muscle imbalances and range of motion limitations. Techniques for core strengthening, proprioception and balance. Video sessions on assessment protocol. Comprehensive manual and practice test for the subject matter.

Posture, pain and muscle imbalance
Conducting a comprehensive assessment
Correcting muscle imbalances and exercise programming
Cardiorespiratory fitness and exercise intensity
Common side-effects, complications, and recommendations
How to use a goniometer
Correcting range of motion limitations and exercise programming
Core and balance exercises
Manual stretching techniques

MODULE 4

Gain critical knowledge about how a properly prescribed and executed exercise program can help cancer patients and survivors to combat fatigue, decrease depression and pain, and how diet can play a critical role in treatment as well as long-term survivorship. Includes “Conquering Cancer with Nutrition,” by Dr. Glenn B. Gero. Video discussion with Dr. Tami De La Melena. Comprehensive manual and practice test.

Benefits of Exercise
Cancer-Related Pain
Mental and Physical Fatigue
Survivorship
Psychology of Fitness
Cancer Treatment and Weight management
Alcohol and Cancer Risk
Conquering Cancer with Nutrition
Taking Control of Your Emotions
Working with Medical Community
Business coaching (LIVE virtual sessions)