Become a Certified
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Help any client reach peak performance
As a certified Strength and Conditioning coach, you’ll learn exactly how to help your clients work with what they have to build unbelievable endurance, strength, power and speed.
* 20 Credits *
Build Your Legacy In Fitness !
How It Works
What You'll Learn From This Course
✔️How to apply the principles of metabolism, body mechanics, and anatomy to help athletes of any level reach their optimal performance
✔️ Understand the athlete anatomy and how body mechanics and structure influence energy and performance levels
✔️ Learn how to communicate exercise instruction and benefits to your clients
✔️ Get the tools to develop personalized fitness programs intended to increase endurance, strength, power, and speed
✔️ How to apply the principles of nutrition and supplementation as they relate to each individual athlete
✔️ Learn to identify the strains of over-training and how to prevent injuries
✔️ How to properly perform fitness assessments and monitor an athlete’s progress and growth
✔️ Learn the fundamentals of sports psychology and how to mentally prepare athletes to overcome hurdles and perform to their highest ability
COURSE CONTENTS
Health Benefits
Goals of This Course
Functions of the Nervous System
Components of the Nervous System
Interactions of the CNS and the PNS
Lower Motor Neurons and Motor Units
Motor Commands
Anatomical References—A Quick Glance
Muscle Attachments
Skeletal Muscle Structure and Function
Muscle Actions
The Roles of Muscle
Muscle Fiber Types and Functional Characteristics
Muscle Size Changes
Muscle Growth Triggers
Skeletal Muscle Groups
Muscle Charts
References
Skeletal Function
Skeletal Structure
Bone Functions
Bone Structure
Cartilage Structure and Function
Ligament Structure and Function
Joint Capsule
The Respiratory System
The Endocrine System
The Digestive System
Energy for Life
Converting ATP into Energy
The Energy Systems
The Whole Picture
Study of Biomechanics
Mechanics
Levers
Wheel Axles and Pulleys
Laws of Motion
Friction
Force
Mechanical Loading
Anatomical Reference Terms
Anatomical Planes of Movement
Joint Actions
Importance of Assessments
Health Assessments
Fitness Assessments
Cardiorespiratory Assessments
Assessment Selection
Strength
Maximal Strength
Explosive Strength
Reactive Strength
Strength Endurance
Speed and Agility
Components of Fitness and Program Design
An Individualized Approach
Principles of Training Program Design
Training Variables
Programming
Flexibility and Stretching
Muscle and Connective Tissues
Factors for Implementing Stretching to Enhance Flexibility
Applying Flexibility Techniques
Stretching Exercises
Phases of Plyometric Exercises
Plyometrics for Performance Enhancement
Progression of Plyometric Exercises
Upper-Body Plyometric Exercises
Lower-Body Plyometric Exercises
Anatomy and Function of the Core
Core Exercises in the Frontal Plane
Core Exercises in the Sagittal Plane
Core Exercises in the Transverse Plane
Multiplanar Core Exercises
Lower-Body Anatomy
Lower-Body Movement
Technique
Lower-Body Exercises
Upper-Body Anatomy
Upper-Body Movement
Technique
Upper-Body Exercises
Overview of the Core Olympic Lifts and Power Training
Principles of Sports Science
Preparing for Power Exercises
Power Exercises
Fundamentals of Training Programming
Warm-Up
Training Parameters
Training Microcycles: Weekly
Strength and Conditioning Guidelines
Loading Variations
Deloading
Preparation Phase Programming (Preseason)
Competition Phase Programming (In Season)
Glycolytic and Antiglycolytic Training
Components of Endurance
Types of Endurance Training
Training for Aerobic Power
Cardio Programming for the Preparation Phase
Cardio Programming for the Competition Phase
Cardio Programming for Cyclic Athletes
Training and Recovery
Stress
Models
Recovery Methods
Recovery Adaptation Modalities
Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
Scope of Practice
Macronutrients
Micronutrients
High-Performance Diet
Caloric Intake and Athlete Goals
Hydration
Common Supplementation
Supplements for Athletic Purposes
Nutritional Supplements
Supplements to Increase Absolute Strength
Supplements to Increase Speed and Reaction Response
Supplements to Increase Endurance
Supplements to Accelerate Recovery Time
Supplements for Weight Loss/Fat Loss
Banned Substances
Performance and Sport Psychology Overview
Myths of Performance Psychology Training
Psychological Skills Training (PST)
Psychological Strategies and Applications
Practical Considerations and Suggestions
Roles of a Strength and Conditioning Coach
Scope of Practice
Preparing for a Job Interview
Build a Network
What You'll Gain in a Career as a Strength and Conditioning Coach
As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, you’ll be able to pursue your passion for fitness and helping coach athletes to reach their peak performance. By becoming certified in strength and fitness, you’ll learn how to train high performing athletes and produce result-driven programs that any employer would be begging to have.
Plus you’ll be able to:
✔️ Study at your own pace with flexible, online learning to fit your busy schedule.
✔️ Pass your certification exam online wherever you’re most comfortable.
✔️ Enjoy unlimited educational support from your team who loves fitness too!
✔️ Rest easy with great customer support before, during and after your certification.
Premium Resources and Expert Support
This online handy reference guide walks you through the course unit-by-unit, allowing you to gain a better understanding of corrective exercise concepts.
The practice Exam and quizzes test your understanding of the materials; so while you’re reading you’re preparing for the exam at the same time.
ISSA and Hyperstrike provide you with an exclusive online exercise lab with over 250 animated exercises. 3D animation and three different angles ensure that proper form and technique are a breeze!
ISSA Master Trainers are online and ready for your questions anytime. Post your questions and receive guidance from both our on-staff personal training experts and the worldwide ISSA community.
All ISSA students have access to unlimited educational support. If you have questions about the course materials, our on-staff professors can guide you through. This support continues even after you earn your personal trainer certification.
ISSA’s certification exam solidifies your proficiency as a fitness professional. Choose a paper-and-pencil exam or utilize our secure online testing portal. One No-cost Retest (if necessary).
COURSE AUDIENCE (for whom this course can be useful)
Olympic Sport Coaches
This Strength & Conditioning Course is an essential program for all coaches specializing in team sports, martial arts, and endurance disciplines at the Olympic level. It provides cutting-edge methodologies to enhance athletic performance, prevent injuries, and optimize training strategies for elite athletes.
Whether you are coaching football, futsal, basketball, volleyball, handball, wrestling, MMA, martial arts, running, padel, or tennis, this course equips you with the latest evidence-based techniques to maximize strength, endurance, and agility.
Beyond its practical benefits, completing this course significantly strengthens your coaching résumé, making it one of the most valuable certifications for career advancement in the industry. If you’re looking to elevate your coaching expertise and credibility, this is the most relevant and applicable course you can take.
✅ Aspiring Strength & Conditioning Coaches and Fitness Professionals looking to establish a career in athletic performance and physical training.
✅ Individuals aiming to enhance their expertise in designing, implementing, and supervising strength and conditioning programs for athletes and general fitness clients.
✅ Those seeking reputable certifications to strengthen their professional credibility in the field of strength and conditioning.
✅ Coaches and trainers striving to improve athlete performance, injury prevention strategies, and sport-specific training techniques.
✅ Motivated individuals committed to helping clients build strength, power, endurance, and overall physical performance through scientifically designed training programs.
Approved by the International Sports Sciences
Association (ISSA), USA.
