Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Strength and Conditioning – Coaching
Build and Hone Your Leadership Skills with a B.S. in Strength and Conditioning – Coaching
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Strength and Conditioning – Coaching can help you prepare for a rewarding career molding athletes and those trying to better themselves. Strong leaders can have a profound impact on the success of others, and our undergraduate degree in strength and conditioning – coaching can teach you the skills you need to make a difference in the lives of those around you.
The courses in this program cover a broad range of topics, including fundamentals of anatomy and physiology, psychology and its relation to sports, and the practical applications of exercise and movement. Multiple subjects are taught with a 2-fold approach of lecture and lab.
The program presents a unique opportunity for you to prepare to sit for 2 certification exams upon graduation that are relevant to your future career as well as gain hands-on experience through practicum and internship requirements. Partner with us here at Liberty University and take the next step toward your future!
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University has regional accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
- The professors who will be teaching you have years of real-life experience and advanced degrees in exercise science-related fields.
- You’ll gain 510 hours of hands-on experience through practicums and internships.
- You can prepare to sit for 2 certification exams upon graduation that are relevant to your future career.
What Will You Learn?
- Applications of exercise science, strength training, and conditioning
- Exercise leadership skills that are applicable both on and off the field
- Human anatomy, physiology, and the biomechanics associated with human movement
- Measurement and evaluation in health and kinesiology
- Musculoskeletal terminology and clinical documentation
Potential Career Opportunities for Bachelor’s in Strength and Conditioning – Coaching Graduates
- Exercise physiologist
- Personal trainer
- Private sector human performance coach
- Strength and conditioning coach – high school, college, professional
- Strength and conditioning specialist – rehabilitation
- Tactical strength and conditioning specialist
Resources and Practical Experience Available in the Strength and Conditioning Bachelor’s Degree
- Our Human Performance Lab, Motion Analysis Lab, and Functional Assessment Lab can help ensure you are on the cutting edge of technological experience and knowledge in your field.
- Each of your professors has real-life experience in exercise science, and many have doctoral degrees in a related field, allowing you to learn from the best.
- This program has required practicum and internship hours, allowing you to gain professional, hands-on experience prior to graduation.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
