Schools Preparing Students for Health and Fitness Careers
Deciding on which school to attend can be confusing. Students interested in the strength and conditioning field can now quickly determine which institutions have met minimal requirements recommended by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
(PRWEB) March 18, 2004
Students interested in the strength and conditioning profession, who have struggled determining which school to attend, will now be able to quickly select institutions that have met minimal requirements thanks to the National Strength and Conditioning AssociationÂ’s (NSCA) Education Recognition Program.
Careers in the strength and conditioning field involve more than just an interest in health and fitness. Students wanting to excel in the strength and conditioning profession need a formal education encompassing sport and exercise science, anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, and nutrition.
With this shift to a more formal education, it is important for students preparing for careers in strength and conditioning to know which schools provide well-run instruction.
“The Education Recognition Program is the first recognition of its kind that provides academic institutions with a tool to attract students who are interested in pursuing a career in strength training and conditioning,” Michael Barnes, NSCA Education Director, said.
The program, currently in its third year, recognizes 48 institutions worldwide whose strength and conditioning curriculums have met requirements recommended by the NSCA. The program benefits the student, institution, and the potential athletes and clients of those who graduate from these schools.
For a complete list of recognized schools, or to receive a program application, visit the NSCA web site at www. nsca-lift. org/ERP (http://www. nsca-lift. org/ERP) or call 1-800-815-6826. Applications are reviewed by the NSCA twice each year—January 1 and June 1.
About the NSCA
The National Strength and Conditioning Association is the leading authority on strength training and conditioning. For more than 26 years, the NSCA has bridged science and application to provide reliable, research-based, strength and conditioning information to its members and the general public. With nearly 30,000 members, the NSCA is the largest health and fitness association in the world. For more information on NSCA professional journals, cutting edge conferences, educational text and videos, or other services, visit the website at www. nsca-lift. org.
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