MS: Kinesiology – Strength and Conditioning Concentration

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The Strength and Conditioning Concentration empowers students to become effective strength and conditioning specialists. The program offers in-depth, evidence-based instruction in fitness assessment, program development, implementation and evaluation. It also covers performance physiology, psychological factors affecting performance, sports nutrition, and guided experiences in understanding and keeping up to date with the science of strength and conditioning.

Students benefit from a blend of classroom learning and extensive hands-on experience, totaling 450-600 hours under the supervision of National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Registered and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (RSCS/CSCS). Students will be exposed to and use advanced performance evaluation technologies and conduct on-going assessments for Division I athletes in various collegiate sports. The program also assists students with membership to NSCA and with registration and costs to successfully pass the NSCA CSCS certification exam.

Track Curriculum

Practicum/Field Experience & Internship

All students will participate in diverse field experiences under the direct supervision of an NSCA RSCS/CSCS professional. These experiences will span professional, collegiate, high school, and private industry programs throughout the Greater Milwaukee area. The curriculum and practicums are designed to prepare students for an internship opportunity, which may be located either within or outside the state.

Current MS KIN Student Handbook

To apply to the kinesiology master’s program, you must apply to the UWM Graduate School and meet the admission requirements.

In addition to UWM Graduate School requirements, you must be prepared to meet the following departmental requirements to be considered for admission to the program:

1. Two letters of recommendation and

2. A narrative statement (You should indicate your preferred choice of Option B in the narrative statement.)

If you are considering UWM for Graduate School, please consult the graduate program director, Scott J. Strath, PhD, ASCM Fellow at 414-229-3666 or sstrath@uwm.edu as early as possible.

Guide to the Application Process (PDF)

The UW-Milwaukee MS in Kinesiology – Strength and Conditioning Concentration Program is currently seeking accreditation from the Council on Accreditation of Strength and Conditioning Education (CASCE).