Online Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning Degree

Enable Athletes to Achieve Peak Physical Performance
100% Online M.S. Degree Program
Certification-Aligned Curriculum
Faculty With Industry Experience
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- Duration 2 years
- Cost per Credit $475
- Credit Hours 33
Program Benefits
- Transfer credits to graduate faster
- Complete each course in eight weeks
- Access personalized career support
- No clinical placement requirements
Master Kinesiology Concepts to Motivate Athletes to Reach Their Potential
In sports, landing a training or coaching role can seem just as competitive as the action on the field. Now, you can build qualifications for these positions with the online master’s in strength and conditioning program from CSP Global. You’ll acquire skills for helping athletes improve their performance and lower the risk of injury while preparing for certification exams, such as the NSCA CSCS and NASM-PES.

Prepare for Careers with Athletic Departments and Fitness Centers
The online M.S. in Strength and Conditioning program imparts kinesiology knowledge to position you for careers in athletics and well-being. The courses prepare you to oversee strength coaching for high school, collegiate, and professional teams or pursue personal trainer positions with premier fitness centers. Discover professional opportunities through our Career Development Center and the Handshake app.
Career OutlookSpecialized Strength and Conditioning Courses
11 Online Courses
33 Credit Hours
The online M.S. in Strength and Conditioning curriculum delves into kinesiology concepts that strength coaches and personal trainers must know. You’ll also complete a master’s capstone to demonstrate everything you have learned during the program and research strength and conditioning issues with input from professionals.
Course highlights:
- KHS513 Scientific Principles of Strength and Conditioning
- KHS524 Advanced Program Design for Special Populations
- KHS590 Psychology of Sport and Exercise
- KHS615 Advanced Exercise Prescription
Apply to the Online M.S. in Strength and Conditioning Program
No GRE/GMAT Requirements
No Application Fee
To apply to CSP Global’s online master’s in strength and conditioning program, you’ll need:
Cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale |
Official transcripts from an accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education stating the conferral of a bachelor’s degree or higher |
Affordable Online Master’s Degree Program
$15,675 Total Tuition
$475 per Credit Hour
CSP Global strives to offer affordable, competitive tuition for each program, and the online M.S. in Strength and Conditioning degree is no exception. Speak with an enrollment counselor to explore your financial aid and scholarship options. Additionally, eligible students can transfer credits for up to 50% of the coursework.
Learn MoreWhat You’ll Learn
While seeking your master’s in strength and conditioning online at CSP Global, you’ll learn to develop exercise programming, conduct health and fitness assessments, identify kinesiology trends, and more. The program also imparts communication, collaboration, and leadership skills to help you become an asset for sports teams, fitness centers, and health services organizations.
Online M.S. Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of human physiology, nutrition, functional anatomy, and biomechanics related to exercise programming.
- Execute health and fitness assessments for diverse populations with modifications appropriate to individual needs.
- Design and implement safe and effective strength and conditioning programs for a variety of populations, including athletes and individuals with special considerations.
- Apply motivational and effective communication strategies as a leader within professional industry interactions.
- Critically evaluate, create, and advance new trends and issues as leaders in the industry.
- Apply ethical standards in collaborative decisions in performance environments while maintaining employee and client safety through risk management.

Military Support and Benefits
Achieve your mission to earn a career-ready degree at CSP Global. In our supportive environment, U.S. military service members and veterans can receive one-on-one guidance for excelling in class and accessing education benefits through the GI Bill® and Yellow Ribbon program. We also offer transfer credit for military service and reduced tuition for active-duty service members and their spouses.
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Military ServicesWith over 25 years of experience and more than 40 online programs, CSP Global is a pioneer in online education. As part of our diverse online community, you’ll receive a liberal arts education guided by Lutheran principles. The career-connected curricula, flexible learning options, and alumni connections available at CSP Global mean you’ll graduate ready for success. We are committed to delivering online programs with the same quality as our on-campus learning.
Online ExperienceIn addition to financing your online education with federal student aid and private loans, CSP offers online students a tuition discount (this limits eligibility for institutional scholarships). Transfer students could receive $2,000 or more through transfer partnerships and transfer student awards. CSP is also a Military Friendly® institution. Speak to an enrollment counselor about your options.
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You’ll need a GPA of 3.0 to apply to the master’s in strength and conditioning program. You can learn more about this program’s requirements by visiting our admissions page.
Those who earn a master’s in strength and conditioning degree online can pursue an array of careers, such as sports performance coach, personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach, and sports specialist. Demand for fitness trainers and instructors is rising, as the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment will grow 19% from 2021 to 2031. During that period, coach and scout hiring is expected to grow by 20%. Learn more about your career options by visiting our careers page.
Yes, this degree program follows a cohort model. Learn about the curriculum by visiting the courses page.
On average, students will complete this program in 5.5 semesters. Transfer credits could decrease the time it takes to finish your degree. To review the curriculum, visit our courses page.
The tuition for the master’s in strength and conditioning program is $475 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 33 credit hours for a total tuition of $15,675. You can review all costs on this program’s tuition page.