Strength Coach Certification

What you'll learn

Strength training is an essential component to achieving overall health and athletic competitiveness. Gain the foundational knowledge necessary to become certified by the National Council on Strength and Fitness with this Strength Coach Certification microcredential. You will understand functional anatomy and biomechanics, muscle physiology and body composition. You will learn how to successfully work with clients and also gain business skills to help you manage your program in a gym or fitness facility or to potentially run your own training business. NCSF certification exams are administered on campus as part of the coursework. Upon completion, you will earn the Strength and Conditioning Coach certification. Take this microcredential alone or work toward related certifications with the Personal Trainer and Sports Nutrition microcredentials. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study and to immediately apply for training positions.

A face to face microcredential from Dutchess Community College (35 instruction hours). Registration is completed with Dutchess Community College. Eligible for financial aid.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

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What you can earn

Skills covered

Career outlook

Related occupations: Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Patient Care Technician

Healthcare support jobs in New York are projected to grow faster than average through 2032.