BSHP - Strength and Human Performance (BS)

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Strength and Human Performance curriculum provides a challenging and creative learning environment with an intensive program of study that is focused on exercise physiology, biomechanics, psychology, nutrition, and the prescription and application of strength and conditioning training. Current and future health professionals seeking to expand their knowledge in exercise science and its application in the sports, health, and wellness industry will benefit from the Bachelors of Strength and Human Performance program. This program offers a Strength and Conditioning Concentration that is accredited through Council on Accreditation of Strength and Conditioning Education (CASCE) by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

Students that choose the Strength Conditioning and Conditioning Concentration will complete a 300-hour in-person internship at a strength and conditioning facility simulating real-world job responsibilities and hands-on coaching experience. Students complete the internship while enrolled in (2) internship experience courses during their last trimester. The internship experience courses are designed to prepare students to sit for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Students can apply for site placement at training facilities anywhere in the country, working closely with. The internship is a full-time commitment with assigned work schedules for 300 total hours over 15 weeks. Interns will perform hands-on applications, as relevant to the field and will receive academic credit for their fieldwork experience and academic preparation for the CSCS. The Internship Coordinator works with students throughout the entire process from site placement to internship experience coursework, and CSCS preparation.

Students who do not pursue the Strength and Conditioning Concentration will be enrolled in the Strength and Conditioning Capstone as their final course in the program. Students will develop and defend a strength and conditioning program for a specified population. There is no in-person requirement for the capstone.

Students that complete the BS in Strength and Human Performance may be eligible for the following certifications. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certifications:

• ACSM Certified Personal Trainer (ACSM-CPT)

• ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP)

• ACSM Certified Group Exercise Instructor (ACSM-GEI)

• ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP)

• ACSM Exercise is Medicine Credential

• ACSM/ACS Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer (CET)

• ACSM/NCHPAD Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer (CIFT)

• ACSM/NPAS Physical Activity in Public Health Specialist (PAPHS)

National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certifications:

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

• Certified Special Population Specialist (CSPS)

• NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT)