Logan University - Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning

Master of Science Degree in

Strength & Conditioning Online Program with CSCS-Certified Instructors

Power. Endurance. Speed.

This is athletic performance at its best. This is Strength and Conditioning.

At Logan University, we know high-performing athletes deserve the most qualified, well-rounded athletic performance coaches.

With a science-based, evidence-informed curriculum, our Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning (MS-SC) is an industrydriven program developed and led by experienced, active leaders in athletic performance.

Upon graduation from this one-year, online program, students will be prepared to sit for the NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist exam—the gold standard in athletic performance.

Begin your strength & conditioning career with a master’s degree from Logan University.

• One-year: Seven-week

accelerated format allows students to complete the program in just one year

• Flexible format: Online

with a supplementary three-day, in-person resistance training and conditioning lab

• Leadership: Instructors

are experienced, highly respected coaches in athletic performance

• Preparation: Graduates gain knowledge and confidence to sit

for the NSCA CSCS exam

• Support: Academic success coaches provide resources and

help students navigate the online environment

Strength & Conditioning Curriculum The Strength & Conditioning program is offered in a sevenweek accelerated format, allowing students to complete it in just one year. Coursework is online with a three-day, in-person resistance training and conditioning lab.

COURSE

CREDITS

Human Anatomy & Physiology

3

Exercise Physiology

3

Biomechanics

3

Sports Nutrition

3

Psychology of Sport and Exercise

3

Scientific Principles of Strength & Conditioning

3

Resistance Training and Conditioning

3

Exercise Testing & Prescription with Emphasis in Anaerobic Exercise

3

Program Design in Strength and Conditioning

3

Program Organization, Administration and Oversight

3

Field Experience I

6

Field Experience II

6

Industry-Driven, Expert Led Instructors in Logan’s Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning program are industry-leading coaches in athletic performance who maintain the CSCS certification.

Graduates will be well-prepared to apply scientific knowledge to train athletes for the primary goal of improving athletic performance—whether that’s conducting sport-specific testing sessions, designing and implementing safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs, or providing guidance on nutrition and injury prevention.

Dr. Brittany Ramirez

Dr. Curtis Wildes

Dr. Pat Ivey

Jacob Linn

Scott Bird

Meade Smith

Dr. Bryan Mann

Dr. Chris Fahs

Eric McMahon

Ryan Jackson

• Brittany Ramirez, DC, MS, LAT, ATC,

CCSP®, Program Director

• Curtis Wildes, PhD, ATC, CSCS, DO(EU) • Pat Ivey, PhD, MED, RSCC, CSCS, MSCC • Jacob Linn, MED, CSCS, PN1 • Scott Bird, CSCS, RSCC*E,

Field Experience Coordinator

• Meade Smith, MS, CSCS, CES, PES • Bryan Mann, PhD, CSCS*D, RSCC*D,

TSAC-F, SCCC

• Chris Fahs, PhD, CSCS • Eric McMahon, MED, CSCS*D, RSCC*D • Ryan Jackson, RD/LD, CSCS, SCCC

Admission Requirements Applicants must have earned a baccalaureate degree or higher from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, as well as completed all pre-requisite coursework—six semester credit hours of either physics, kinesiology, exercise science, biomechanics or statistics and six credit hours of biological science— with a grade of C or better. If you do not meet the admissions criteria, please speak with admissions about alternative admissions pathways. An application and official transcript must be submitted through Logan.edu.

All prospective applicants are encouraged to review the complete list of requirements at Logan.edu or contact the Office of Admissions at 800-533-9210.

Strength & Conditioning Careers With a projected job growth of 11% between 2018 and 2028, Loganeducated strength & conditioning coaches may find careers in: • High school, college,

semi-pro and professional athletics

• Training facilities and

private gyms

• U.S. Military • First responder units • Education and

research

Take the next step: Contact Logan’s Office of Admissions at Logan.edu/Admissions or at 800-533-9210.

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