Exercise is Medicine® for Practitioners

Apply It! By reading this article, you will learn how to: • Establish collaborative referral pathways with campus health and/or counseling services by positioning yourself as a qualified exercise professional ready to receive referrals from providers who assess the physical activity vital sign. This creates a direct pipeline for students who need exercise guidance and behavior change support. • Expand your credibility and scope of practice by earning the EIM Credential and completing the online course modules relevant to your clientele. This demonstrates competency in working with chronic conditions and positions you as a trusted referral partner for healthcare providers seeking qualified exercise professionals. • Integrate aging-specific assessment and prescription strategies into your practice by specializing in fall prevention, balance training, functional mobility, and chronic disease management for older adults. Position yourself as an essential partner in interdisciplinary aging-care teams as healthcare providers increasingly refer older patients for exercise-based interventions.