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Home/College Degrees and Programs/Bachelor’s In Strength and Conditioning Degree

Bachelor of Science in Strength and Conditioning

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  • Science Foundations -
    • Recognize the structure of various human body systems.
    • Explain the function of various human body systems.
    • Describe how human movement leads to adaptations of body systems that improve health and performance.
    • Analyze the neuromusculoskeletal systems that contribute to functional movements.
    • Evaluate the impact of common physiological conditions and diseases on human performance.
  • Scientific Communication -
    • Communicate the impact of exercise programs on individuals with various physiological conditions and diseases.
    • Apply motivational and professional coaching skills to an individual or group.
    • Analyze and present current literature in evidence-based exercise science practice.
    • Design a research proposal in the field of exercise science.
  • Professionalism and Ethics -
    • Apply appropriate current theories of behavior change.
    • Demonstrate professionalism standards, values, and ethics related to exercise science fields.
    • Analyze the personal and interpersonal characteristics of high-performing leaders.
    • Demonstrate professional interpersonal communication skills.
    • Demonstrate the ability to self-evaluate, accept constructive feedback from others, and modify behavior based on feedback.
  • Data Analysis and Interpretation -
    • Analyze, interpret, and apply data from the scientific literature to a client or patient.
    • Analyze, interpret, and apply the results of testing protocols and procedures to a variety of populations.
    • Analyze, interpret, and apply data obtained from current technologies to improve human movement.
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Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate information through formal visual and oral methods.
Coach a client in proper lifting techniques utilizing proper motivational techniques.
  • Select and administer appropriate testing protocols and procedures for a variety of populations.
  • Design an effective and appropriate program to maximize sports performance while reducing injury risk.
  • Design an effective and appropriate program for a special population client.
  • Describe the impact of nutrition and ergogenic aids on various aspects of health and performance.
  • Design a periodized strength and conditioning program to improve performance including proper biomechanics, progressive overload principles, individualized programming, and recovery protocols.