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Students learn about the strength and conditioning profession and prepare for certification exams in this field. Content includes learning how to train athletes for the primary goal of improving athletic performance, learning to conduct sport-specific testing sessions, learning to design and implement safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs, and learning to provide gudiance about nutrition and injury prevention.

This course addresses the personal training and corporate training profession and prepares students for certification examinations. Students learn to use an individualized approach to assess, motivate, educate, and train clients regarding their health and fitness needs. Students learn to design safe and effective exercise programs, to respond appropriately in emergency situations, and to provide clients guidance in achieving personal goals.

Domains include injuries; risk management; growth, development and learning; training, conditioning and nutrition; social and psychological aspects of coaching; skills, practice and strategies; teaching and administration; professional preparation and development. Successful completion of this course includes certification by the American Sport Education Program (ASEP). Prerequisites: At least a junior classification PAC 10131 Coed Weight Training, PAC 11131 Lifetime Fitness, PED 10732 First Aid or current CPR certification, PED 13733 Principles of Officiating Fall Sports or PED 14733 Principles of Officiating Spring Sports, PED 20533 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries, and completion of one coaching methods course, or consent of instructor.

Students gain practical experience by working with professionals in the fields of personal training/strength and conditioning.

Places student in a recreational dealing with program, management and leadership roles beyond the formal course of study.

Student experiences the field of exercise science in a program, management, and leadership role beyond the formal course of study.

Examination of administrative philosophies and processes including administrative behavior, leadership, and organizational procedures.  Topics include theory and practices in physical education, sport and recreation, as well as program evaluation procedures.

Places student in a recreational setting dealing with program, management and leadership roles beyond the formal course of study.

Various professional certifications, career opportunities, and graduate school options are identified and discussed.  Guest lectures and field trips explore career opportunities and expand professional network.  Major focus on research and preparation for the senior comprehensive.