KIN MIDTERM 3 Flashcards
What is a profession?
A profession is a field where individuals with specific qualifications are legally allowed to practice.
What does it mean for a profession to have a monopoly?
Only individuals with specific qualifications are legally allowed to practice in that field.
How are health professions regulated?
Health professions are regulated provincially by specific organizations.
What are allied health professions?
Allied health professions provide diagnostic, technical, therapeutic, and support services related to health care.
Give examples of careers in allied health.
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapist
- Athletic trainer
- Kinesiologists
- Chiropractor
What does scope of practice refer to?
Scope of practice refers to procedures, actions, and processes that a healthcare practitioner is permitted to undertake.
What happens when you go outside of your scope of practice?
You risk hurting your clients, getting sued, and encountering other negative consequences.
Distinguish market driven professionals from civic professionals.
- Market driven professionals value profit and personal prestige over clients’ needs.
- Civic professionals value clients and social good over personal gain.
What does sport management mean?
Sport management provides support services, facilities, and amenities for enjoyable physical activity experiences.
What advice would you give to prospective sport management students?
- Develop leadership skills
- Gain practical experience
- Find mentors
- Improve communication skills
- Enhance problem-solving abilities
- Acquire technological skills
What does regulation refer to?
Regulation refers to the licensing and accountability of professions to protect the public.
What is the primary purpose of regulation?
To protect the public from unqualified practitioners.
What are the benefits of regulation?
- Protection of title
- Job opportunities
- Help with insurance
- Legitimacy
Distinguish between habilitative and rehabilitative therapeutic exercise.
- Habilitative: focuses on whole body strength and fitness, skill acquisition
- Rehabilitative: focuses on joint mobility and restoring skills
Do physiotherapists and kinesiologists focus on habilitative or rehabilitative therapeutic exercise?
- Kinesiologists focus on habilitative
- Physiotherapists focus on rehabilitative
What does research say about physical activity and academic performance?
There is a positive relationship; increased physical activity leads to higher academic performance.
How do you become a physical education teacher on PEI?
- Complete a BSc or BA in kinesiology or physical education
- Complete a bachelor of education
What are some similarities between coaches and sport instructors?
Both are involved in teaching and guiding individuals in sports.
What are the differences between coaches and sport instructors?
- Instructors focus on instructional responsibilities
- Coaches focus on supplemental responsibilities like recruiting and budgeting
