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Strength and Conditioning – Self Study

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TAKE YOUR CAREER TO THE NEXT LEVEL

Whether you work with children, the weekend warrior or a pro athlete, the Certified Strength Coach (CSC) program will help you develop the knowledge and skills to effectively enhance human performance. Recognized by high school, college, and professional organizations as well as health clubs the CSC credential is nationally accredited by the highest standard in the industry.

The Certified Strength Coach (CSC) Home Study program and certification exam combo provides you with all the tools for certification with cost-saving value on your education and the flexibility of an all-digital learning platform. The course uses a practical, easy-to-understand, building-block approach to develop your knowledge and skills to become a strength and conditioning professional. It will teach you how to perform athletic analyses, construct advanced programs, and teach athletic-based training. The course includes complete detailed programs for sport and over 300 exercises and drills covered with videos, pictures, and descriptions.

Cutting-edge Training Techniques

From Olympic lifts to corrective exercises, the CSC program teaches you the skills to perform and instruct the most advanced movements in the strength and conditioning field.

Advanced Programming

Learn how to effectively develop sport and position specific training programs to maximize outcomes and carryover for improved athletic performance.

Comprehensive Assessment Protocols

In-depth analysis allows you to assess athletes using the latest tools in sport science.

Top-end SAQ Programs

From ladder work to change of direction drills, learn how to coach advanced speed, agility and quickness techniques with your athletes.

The certification exam can be taken online or at Miami Fitness Factory – Dora testing center.

Amir I. Eid

How does the Certified Strength Coach course operate?

Strength and Conditioning is becoming an increasingly popular topic in both educational settings and with practicing professionals. Improving an athlete’s ability to perform a sport is a highly sought after trait by many practitioners and the NCSF ME provides cutting edge, evidence-based information, directly applicable for individuals from personal trainers to collegiate strength coaches. Upon registering for the course, candidates will receive the Advanced Concepts of Strength & Conditioning Textbook, e-Learning access including over 300 instructional and how-to videos, and practice exams. The program is set up to allow you to progress through the subject areas at your own pace, using the quizzes and activities to assess your knowledge. After completion of the activities present on the e-learning component and rehearsal with the practice exams, candidates will be prepared to take the NCSF ME-Certified Strength Coach (CSC) Exam.

How long does it take to complete the program?

Upon enrollment, candidates will have six (6) months to schedule and take the NCSF ME-CSC Exam. Students should expect, on average, to take approximately 2-4 months to study the materials prior to testing.

What does the e-Learning include?

The interactive e-Learning platform includes learning goals, course notes that correspond with each study area, as well as a variety of question and answer activities that promote learning the advanced concepts presented in the textbook. Each lesson is completed with an “assess your knowledge” component, consisting of multiple choice questions that correspond to the content presented on the NCSF ME-CSC Exam. Furthermore, the online platform includes over 300 instructional videos, which cover the large variety of performance based drills and lifts illustrated throughout the text, offering an easy reference tool for any strength coach or personal trainer.

What does the CSC practice exam contain?

The CSC practice exam contains over 200 multiple choice questions that reflect the content areas of the NCSF ME-CSC Exam. The practice exams can be accessed directly from your account online, and can be attempted multiple times, with a variety of questions being presented in a unique fashion on each attempt. Students who perform well on the practice exams should be well prepared to take the NCSF ME-CSC Exam.

What does the textbook cover?

The NCSF ME Advanced Concepts of Strength and Conditioning textbook contains 18 chapters and is over 650 pages, providing an evidence-based, in-depth look at the primary topics in the field of strength and conditioning. The text begins with an overview of strength and conditioning, identifying key elements in sport-specific needs analysis and an in-depth look at performance assessment. From there, the book will cover biomechanics, corrective exercise, sport metabolism, and nutrition/ergogenic aids before delving into performance preparation. The remaining chapters provide increasingly up-to-date and evidence-based information on technical and programmatic considerations of strength and conditioning. Accompanying the hundreds of exercises and drills described in the textbook are online video instruction, contained in the e-learning supplement.

How does the examination process work?

The examination is administered by appointment at over 1,000 test center locations operating in 83 countries as well as online. Registration for the exam is required prior to scheduling an appointment, and can be done online, or over the phone at +961 3 775 444-NCSF ME. The examination is comprised of 150 multiple choice questions. Candidates must achieve a score of at least 70 to earn NCSF ME-CSC status. You can find more information about the NCSF ME-CSC Exam on the Certified Strength Coach Exam portion of the website.

Taking the Exam Online (System Requirements)

To take the certification exam remotely you will need to ensure your computer meets the following system requirements:

Operating System: Windows 7 or Higher, Mac OS 10.13 or Higher
Web Browser: Current version of chrome
Internet Connection Speed: 0.5 mbs or greater
Screen Resolution: 1024 x 768 is the minimum resolution required

What do I receive after I pass the Certified Strength Coach Examination?

Upon successful completion of the NCSF ME-CSC Exam, the NCSF ME will mail your certification package which should arrive within two weeks of exam completion. Your certification package includes a certificate suitable for framing that indicates you have met the standards set forth by the NCSF ME Board for Certification for the CSC credential.

How do I register for the course?

Once you have decided to enroll in the NCSF Certified Strength Coach course, you can simply register online using a major credit card, or by contacting the NCSF ME directly at +961 3 775 444-NCSF ME.

Can I obtain continued education through the CSC course?

The NCSF ME Board for Certification has approved the Certified Strength Coach course for eight (8) NCSF ME continued education units (CEUs). Successful completion of the course is determined by passing the NCSF-CSC Exam. This program will also satisfy the 1 unit ethics requirement required of all NCSF ME certified professionals. Non-NCSF ME certified professionals will need to contact their respective certifying organization to verify the value. We recommend verifying prior to enrollment if you intend to use the program for continued education. The workshop can also provide students with seven (7) NCSF ME CEUs.

What are the prerequisites for the course?

The NCSF ME-CSC course itself is available to all candidates interested in learning more about the field of strength and conditioning. In order to take the NCSF ME-CSC Exam, individuals must have obtained the NCSF ME-CPT certification or any other NCCA accredited personal trainer certification. In the absence of an NCCA accredited personal trainer certification, candidates with a college degree would be qualified to sit for the NCSF ME-CSC Exam. If you have any questions about eligibility, please contact the organization at +961 3 775 444-NCSF ME.

Can I purchase the materials separately?

Yes. The materials that are available for individual purchase include the textbook, practice exams, interactive workshop, and NCSF ME-CSC Exam.

Requirements

High School Degree
Above 18 Years Old

Features

All-Digital Materials - study anywhere, anytime
Flexible learning model covers each topic in an easy to use format
Engaging e-learning lessons with self-tests and video instruction
Practice exams to evaluate knowledge and focus your studies
Technical assistance by experts to help you throughout the course
On-demand testing means maximum convenience

$700.00

Featured Review

"The NCSF ME certifications are top-notch! I completed the Certified Strength Coach course, and the content was comprehensive, well-organized, and practical. The material not only helped me deepen my knowledge but also gave me the tools to help my clients achieve their goals more effectively. I’m so glad I chose NCSF ME for my professional development."

How to perform biomechanical and athlete-needs analysis

High-level strength attainment using advanced strength techniques

Ballistic Training Instruction including Olympic lifting and Plyometrics

How to develop Speed, Agility and Reactive Strength

Advanced programming for performance in each sport

Corrective exercises, risk reduction and efficient body movement

High-level instruction in strength training for performance

Olympic weightlifting and power-based training Instruction

Applications for Change of Direction, Quickness, and Speed

Drill instruction and strategies used by elite coaches

Athletes
Sport athletes of all ages including youth sports, high school, college and professional.

Tactical Athletes
Including police, security, military and other emergency professionals.

Competition
Individuals who want improved human performance for competition.

Club Sports
Members who want to improve in club sports including golf, tennis, swimming, volleyball and soccer.

Return to Play
Individuals leaving physical therapy for return to play.

Combat Sports
Competitors in mixed martial arts and boxing.

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Strength and Conditioning – Self Study

TAKE YOUR CAREER TO THE NEXT LEVEL

Cutting-edge Training Techniques

Advanced Programming

Comprehensive Assessment Protocols

Top-end SAQ Programs

Amir I. Eid

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