At Logan University, we know high-performing athletes deserve the most qualified, well-rounded athletic performance coaches. With a science-based, evidence-informed curriculum, our Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning is an industry-driven program developed and led by experienced coaches and leaders in athletic performance.

Graduates will be well-prepared to apply scientific knowledge to train athletes for the primary goal of improving athletic performance—whether that’s conducting sport-specific testing sessions, designing and implementing safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs, or providing guidance on nutrition and injury prevention. Upon graduation from this one-year, online program, students will be prepared to sit for the NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist exam (CSCS).

Experienced coaches can obtain a degree specific to the strength and conditioning field to advance their career opportunities.

The 100% online program allows the flexibility for coaches to continue working in the field, while completing their graduate degree.

Graduates from the strength and conditioning degree program will find many opportunities in the human performance field, including high school, college, semi-pro and professional athletics, training facilities and private gyms, rehabilitation clinics, education, research and more.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of jobs for strength and conditioning coaches is expected to grow 20% by 2031, which is pacing much faster than the average for all occupations.

Career paths include:

• High school, college, semi-pro, and professional athletics
• Training facilities and private gyms
• Physical therapy and rehabilitation clinics
• Education and research
• U.S. Military
• First Responders

What are the admission requirements for this program?

An applicant for this program must have:

• Earned a baccalaureate degree or higher from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If the baccalaureate degree was earned at an unaccredited institution, an accredited post-baccalaureate degree is an acceptable alternative.
• Requested that an official transcript be sent directly to Logan University from the institution awarding the qualifying entrance degree. If the applicant attended multiple institutions, an official transcript must be sent from each institution directly to Logan.
• Earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in his or her qualifying bachelor’s degree.

See Admission Requirements for full details.

Why should I choose Logan for my MS-SC?

Logan’s Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning is an athletic performance-based program where graduates are prepared to apply scientific knowledge to train athletes for the primary goal of improving athletic performance. Learn more about successfully conducting sport-specific testing sessions, developing and implementing safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs and providing guidance regarding nutrition and injury prevention.

The program is 100% online and can be completed in as little as one year. Courses are seven weeks long. Learn more through courses in sport psychology, sports nutrition, program design, program administration and resistance training and conditioning.

Where can I complete my field experience?

Students will complete two field experiences, each seven weeks long and a minimum of 150 hours, for a total of 300 hours at a site of their choice. Students may complete the field experiences in a variety of settings under a CSCS strength and conditioning coach. Settings include but are not limited to professional and semi-professional athletics, collegiate athletics, club athletics teams, and/or private gym facilities. All sites and site supervisors must meet all requirements. Students may complete their field experience requirement at their place of employment if it meets all guidelines of the program.