Exercise Science, BS - Strength & Conditioning Option

This program is intended for Exercise Science majors who desire to become professional strength and conditioning coaches, who help prepare and enhance the performance of a high school, college, professional, occupational, tactical, or recreational athlete.

As part of the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Education Recognition Program, the curriculum prepares students to sit for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam upon graduation.

Students take foundational classes in anatomy, physiology, biology, chemistry, and physics during the first two years, then hone their knowledge in exercise science and apply it to the practice of strength and conditioning in the final two years. The program is enhanced by optional opportunities for internships with athletic and military institutions in the Colorado Springs area.

The Strength and Conditioning option is intended for students who desire to become professional strength and conditioning coaches. The curriculum is structured to provide the content necessary to take the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam in the last semester of the program.

Admission Criteria

Minimum Graduation Requirements

A minimum of 120 credit hours is required to earn a degree in Exercise Science.

A minimum of 36 credit hours of HPNU coursework is required for the major; at least 33 credit hours must be upper-division (3000+ level) course work.

Grades of “C-” or better are required on all courses for the Exercise Science degree.

For program coursework, please visit the Academic Catalog.

Contact the Human Physiology and Nutrition Department for more program information.