The Strength & Conditioning concentration is designed from the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) standards and CSU Pueblo is a recognized school with the NSCA. The course work includes classes on:

• human anatomy & physiology,
• exercise physiology,
• kinesiology/biomechanics,
• nutrition,
• principles of strength & conditioning
• exercise technique/exercise prescription with concentration in anaerobic exercise,
• and program design as related to strength & conditioning.

The BS degree in EXPER prepares program graduates for professional positions in worksite, clinical, school, fitness, government, and community settings.

• Graduates of the Strength & Conditioning Concentration are prepared to take the National Strength & Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist exam. Graduates can find employment in fitness and recreation facilities, high school & college athletics, and allied health industries.
• As of September 2024, 38 students are enrolled in the Strength & Conditioning Program.
• CSCS Exam first time pass rate: Coming Soon!

Ryland Townsend, PhD, CSCS

Program Director of Strength & Conditioning

ryland.townsend@csupueblo.edu

Exercise Science, Physical Education, and Recreation students will:

1. Possess content knowledge and skills necessary for their perspective fields of study.
2. Exhibit the ability to read and interpret scientific research with application of the scientific methods, statistics, study design, and reporting;
3. Evaluate and integrate critical concepts and skills acquired in the EXPER program to common professional problems in the fields of interest;
4. Exhibit effective oral and written communication regarding subjects related to EXPER in individual and group setting.
5. Apply and demonstrate knowledge, skills and critical problem solving in a field-based setting.

Student Learning Outcomes for emphasis areas can be found on the EXPER curriculum maps.

Specific Program Requirements

All HSHM Majors are required to:

• Complete a concentration of study with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher.
• Earn a 2.0 overall GPA to enroll in 300 or 400-level courses in the department;
• Earn a minimum grade of a “C” in all prerequisite and major courses;
• Repeat prerequisite and major courses with a grade of “D” or lower until a grade of “C” or higher is achieved; and
• Earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in required English and speech communication courses.
• Earn at least 120 credit hours with at least 40 upper-division credits.
• Successfully complete an internship or field experience course.
• Submit a graduation contract by the deadline the semester of graduation.

Planning Sheet

Disclaimer: The Planning Sheet is designed as a guide for student's planning their course selections. The information on this page provides only a suggested schedule. Actual course selections should be made with the advice and consent of an academic advisor. While accurately portraying the information contained in the college catalog, this form is not considered a legal substitute for that document. Students should become familiar with the catalog in effect at the time in which they entered the institution.