Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Prevention. 31(1):2–10, JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011

DOI: 10.1097/HCR.0b013e318203999d

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PMID: 21217254

Issn Print: 1932-7501

Publication Date: January/February 2011


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Core Competencies for Cardiac Rehabilitation/Secondary Prevention Professionals: 2010 Update Position Statement of the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Larry Hamm;Bonnie Sanderson;Philip Ades;Kathy Berra;Leonard Kaminsky;Jeffrey Roitman;Mark Williams;

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Abstract

Cardiac rehabilitation/secondary prevention (CR/SP) services are typically delivered by a multidisciplinary team of health care professionals. The American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) recognizes that to provide high-quality services, it is important for these health care professionals to possess certain core competencies. This update to the previous statement identifies 10 areas of core competencies for CR/SP health care professionals and identifies specific knowledge and skills for each core competency. These core competency areas are consistent with the current list of core components for CR/SP programs published by the AACVPR and the American Heart Association and include comprehensive cardiovascular patient assessment; management of blood pressure, lipids, diabetes, tobacco cessation, weight, and psychological issues; exercise training; and counseling for psychosocial, nutritional, and physical activity issues.

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