College of Education and Professional Studies
Strength and Conditioning
Minor
Minor in Strength and Conditioning
This minor provides knowledge necessary to perform sport-specific testing and enables you to learn how to design and implement safe and effective strength and conditioning programs.
After completing this program, you will have a foundation for making recommendations for improving functional movement patterns focused on performance and preventing injury. You will also be prepared to take the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) examination from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
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What You'll Study
Academic Catalog | Health Sciences Department Website
Courses
- ADMG 371 - IT Administrative Management
- IHP 350 - Gross Anatomy
- IHP 350LAB - Gross Anatomy Laboratory
- IHP 351 - Physiology
- IHP 351LAB - Physiology Laboratory
- EXSC 371 - Movement Analysis
- EXSC 455 - Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription
- EXSC 455LAB - Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription Laboratory
- IHP 465 - Muscle Physiology
- EXSC 480 - Science of Resistance Exercise
- EXSC 485 - Advanced Topics in Strength and Conditioning
- EXSC 495A - Practicum: Fitness Centers/Clubs
Enhance Your Major
Add a strength and conditioning minor to any major, increasing your employability and skill set in fitness, health, and athletic performance.
Faculty Guidance
Learn from experienced faculty who are dedicated to your success, offering mentorship and support throughout your studies.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with industry professionals and participate in events that help you build a professional network in the fitness and sports communities.
Certification Readiness
Prepare for certification exams, such as the NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), enhancing your credentials for future employment in the strength and conditioning/fitness industry.
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Why Study Health Science at Central?
- Gain experience through labs and internships that apply classroom learning to real-world health challenges
- Our programs support an interdisciplinary approach that lets you explore various fields like nutrition, public health, and physiology, preparing you for a wide range of careers
- You'll learn in the new Health Sciences building, featuring 3D Anatomage tables, an ambulance simulator, an environmental chamber that can simulate altitudes and temperatures, and so much more
