Full course description
1 Hour
Self-Paced
Earn CE
Course Overview
Movement for Lifelong Health explores evidence-based physical activity recommendations and highlights how regular exercise supports disease prevention and overall well-being. Learn the science behind exercise and its impact on chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. Through practical, adaptable strategies, this course empowers learners to implement movement into daily life—whether you're guiding patients or improving your own health.
Who Should Enroll
This noncredit course is ideal for healthcare professionals, caregivers, wellness coaches, fitness educators and individuals seeking to improve personal health through movement.
Course Instructor
Amy Cosimano, EdD, RN, DipACLM, NBC-HWC
Assistant Professor and Assistant Program Director, Integrative Health and Wellness, School of Medicine
Creighton University
Amy Cosimano, EdD, RN, DipACLM, NBC-HWC is an educator and practitioner in the Integrative Health Wellness MS program. She has taught at Creighton for over 20 years and spent many years teaching in the College of Nursing. Dr. Cosimano is committed to providing evidence-based content related to whole-person and personalized health. She is passionate about lifestyle medicine and healthy aging.
What You’ll Learn
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the current exercise and physical activity recommendations
- Identify the benefits of physical activity and exercise on common chronic diseases.
- Articulate various physical activity and exercise strategies to positively affect overall health
Course Outcomes
Movement for Lifelong Health explores the science of physical activity and its benefits for chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes and obesity. Participants will gain the knowledge to improve long-term health outcomes and help others—including patients, clients and loved ones—adopt safe and effective exercise habits. This course also counts toward the Foundations in Integrative Care badge and the Integrative Care Certificate, supporting lifelong wellness for both personal and professional growth.
Continuing Education Credit
Category 1
Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA accepts AMA category 1 credit for the PRA from organizations accredited by ACCME.
AAPA
Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 1.0 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Nurse CE
Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education designates this activity for 1.0 contact hours for nurses. Nurses should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Pharmacy
Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education (HSCE) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education (CPE). Movement for Lifelong Health is accredited for 1.0 hour(s) for completion of all CE Sessions from May 1, 2025-April 20, 2026. Movement for Lifelong Health is a knowledge-based activity.
Dental
Creighton University is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit by hours by boards of dentistry.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at www.ada.org/goto/cerp.The Creighton University School of Dentistry designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credits.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education (HSCE) is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
FAQ
What are the benefits of completing this course?
Whether you're advising patients with chronic illness or aiming to establish a more active lifestyle yourself, this course provides the knowledge and tools needed to integrate evidence-based exercise strategies into daily routines—to make a lasting positive impact on health.
Does this course count toward the Foundations in Integrative Care Badge or Integrative Care Certificate?
Yes, this course is part of the Integrative Care Certificate program. You can complete individual courses, a badge or the full certificate. Completing both badges will grant you the full certificate. There are eight one-hour courses in each badge.
How long does it take to complete?
This course is self-paced, allowing you to learn at your convenience. Most people complete this course in one hour, but you can take as much time as needed to fit your schedule.
How is the course structured?
This course is 100% online and self-paced. You can start anytime and progress on your own schedule—ideal for working professionals.
Can I earn Continuing Education Credits?
Yes. This course is accredited for 1.0 CE/CME credit hour across multiple disciplines. Check with your state’s credentialing body to determine if this course is eligible for continuing education credits for your profession.
Do you offer tuition assistance?
We do not offer tuition assistance for lifelong learning courses or certificates. However, Creighton alumni, faculty, staff and eligible partner employees, along with their spouses and dependents, may qualify for a 15% discount. One discount per offering. Other restrictions may apply. Learn more.