
The Strength and Conditioning Concentration within the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Wellness at Jacksonville State University is designed to align with leading industry standards and prepare students for professional certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), including eligibility for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) examination.
Potential Careers
- Strength & Conditioning Coach (Collegiate or Professional)
- Tactical Strength & Conditioning Specialist
- Sports Performance Specialist
- Personal Trainer / Private Facility Owner
- Fitness Director / Facility Manager
- Exercise Physiologist
Median Annual Salary
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Strength & Conditioning Coach (Collegiate or Professional)
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$60,000 - $85,000
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Tactical Strength & Conditioning Specialist
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$65,000-$95,000
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Sports Performance Specialist
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$50,000-$75,000
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Personal Trainer / Private Facility Owner
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$46,180+
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Fitness Director / Facility Manager
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$65,000-$90,000
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Exercise Physiologist
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$58,160
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*Median annual salaries are based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and national industry averages. Salaries vary by employer, experience, certifications, and geographic location
Additional Facts
- Minor Available in Exercise Science and Wellness
- Our program is highly successful in placing students into DPT and OTD graduate programs
- Students are equipped with the tools, choices, and flexibility to explore and shape their own career paths in Excericse Science & Wellness
- The Human Performance Laboratory allows students to experience several world-class pieces of equipment