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Bachelor of Science

Strength and Conditioning

Our in-depth major combines sport medicine, ethics, anatomy and nutrition to build a well-rounded education that readies students for their dream careers. By incorporating elements central to health and strength, our students are equipped to take a variety of kinesiology-related jobs upon graduation.

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Marcus Santos

Marcus Santos

Strength & Conditioning student

Marcus Santos ‘23, is building upon his associate’s degree in exercise science by earning his bachelor’s in strength and conditioning. At VCSU, he has taken his interest in biomechanics and kinesiology and put that to work in his practical experience as a student assistant both in and out of the classroom.

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  • Minor - Physical Education
    Supplement your main plan of study with courses designed to help you help others.
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  • Minor -Athletic Coaching
    Earn your coaching certificate to enhance your career options.
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  • Minor - Health Education
    Embrace the wellness side of Kinesiology by adding a Health Education minor.
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Beyond graduation

Explore the possibilities

A degree in Strength and Conditioning from VCSU can open up opportunities you never thought possible. Use your education to create the future you’ve dreamed of. Career opportunities with an Applied Kinesiology degree can include:

  • Personal Trainer
  • Fitness Instructor
  • Coach
  • Director of Rehabilitation
  • Vocational Rehabilitation
  • Counselor
  • Recreational Therapist
  • Occupational Therapist

Where you'll study

Our Strength and Conditioning program is housed in the Gaukler Family Wellness Center, where students and faculty are in close proximity to machines and facilities that assist in teaching and learning.
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Plan of Study

  • English Composition (Gen Ed)
  • Concepts of Fitness and Wellness
  • Lab Science (Gen Ed)
  • Finite Mathematics
  • Computer Science and Literacy
  • Viking Voyage
  • English Composition (Gen Ed)
  • Communication for Health Care Professionals
  • Lab Science (Gen Ed)
  • Literacies (Gen Ed)
  • Speech Communication (Gen Ed)
  • Business Communications
  • Exercise Techniques and Program Design
  • Practical Application of Fitness Education
  • Applied Anatomy, Physiology, and Human Performance
  • Introduction to Psychology Lab
  • Social Science (Gen Ed)
  • Directed Elective
  • Introduction to Kinesiology
  • Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
  • Introduction to Stress Management
  • Applied Anatomy, Physiology, and Human Performance
  • Direct Elective
  • Directed Elective
  • Sport Nutrition Concepts
  • Principles of Management
  • Principles of Marketing
  • Fitness Assessment and Prescription
  • Additional Humanity/Social Science (Gen Ed)
  • Social Media Management
  • Directed Elective
  • First Aid & CPR
  • Sport Ethics
  • Organization and Administration for Kinesiology
  • Exercise Physiology of Peak Performances
  • Art & Music (Gen Ed)
  • Directed Elective
  • Directed Elective
  • Advanced Topics in Strength and Conditioning
  • Sport Psychology
  • Field Experience
  • Directed Elective
  • Directed Elective

Meet the advisor

Ali Keller

Ali Keller, M.A.

Assistant Professor
Departments

Academic Affairs, Kinesiology and Human Performance

Office Location
  • Gaukler Family Wellness Center 147