continuing education
King’s College Strength and Conditioning Program lands national accreditation
King’s College announced that its Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science Strength and Conditioning track is now one of the first in the United States—and the first undergraduate program in Pennsylvania—to receive accreditation from the... more »
NASM announces new course on bodybuilding meal prep
The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), the global leader in fitness and wellness training certifications, kicks off the new year with the introduction of the NASM Bodybuilding Meal Prep Made Easy course. This master... more »
NHSSCA launches certification program
The National High School Strength Coaches Association (NHSSCA) has introduced the High School Strength Coach Certification (HSSCC) Program, the first certification program specifically for high school strength & conditioning coaches. The announcement was made at... more »
How Kathy Wagner gets a 100% pass rate for candidates on the SCCC Exam
We would like to introduce our first Mentor Program Spotlight, Kathy Wagner. Coach Wagner shows an exceptional success rate in her mentor program: 100% of candidates that have mentored under her have passed the SCCC... more »
Seton Hall Launches New Health Sciences Degree
Beginning with the fall 2022 semester, Seton Hall University will welcome incoming freshmen to its new Bachelor of Science in Interprofessional Health Sciences (B.S. in IPHS) program. Enrollment for the upcoming school year remains open to graduating... more »
New York ATCs Push for Updated Bill to Improve Safety
Since 1992, athletic trainers across New York State have been pushing for updated regulations that control what they can and cannot do. Many cite the evolving duties, training procedures, and capabilities that ATCs now possess... more »
Logan University Taps St. Louis Cardinals Team Physician to Head Up New ATC Master’s Program
Logan University has hired Brian Mahaffey, MD as the medical director for its brand-new Master’s in Athletic Training program, which prepares students to provide evidence-based, preventative, and rehabilitative care in many health care capacities. Dr. Mahaffey... more »
Strength & Conditioning Opening at Cape Breton
Cape Breton University (CBU) invites applications for the position of High-Performance Strength and Conditioning Coach. This is a full-time Limited Term position. The successful candidate will develop and deliver appropriate strength and conditioning sessions with... more »
NSCA Recognizes Minot State’s Exercise Science & Rehab Program
Minot State’s exercise science and rehabilitation program has been approved and recognized through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Education Recognition Program (ERP). By pursuing and achieving NSCA recognition through the ERP, Minot State’s... more »
Steps to Become an Athletic Trainer
Are you thinking about becoming an athletic trainer? According to the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA), there are more than 44,000 U.S. members and approximately 50,000 athletic trainers practicing nationally. Additionally, the organization represents students... more »
Logan University Introduces Master’s in Athletic Training Program
Active people need health care providers that truly understand the demands of physical performance, and as such, Logan University will launch a Master’s in Athletic Training to its lineup of degree programs, beginning fall 2021.... more »
2020 NSCA National Virtual Sessions Held This Week
While COVID-19 has most of us stuck at home, it's the perfect time to focus on expanding your professional knowledge and earn CATEGORY A CEUs through the National Strength and Conditioning Association's (NSCA) virtual events.... more »
Broncos Hire First Female Coach in Franchise History
Prior to the start of the 2020-21 NFL regular season, the Denver Broncos already made history when announcing their first female full-time coach in franchise history last week. Emily Zaler, a certified strength and conditioning... more »
NSCA: Professional Development for Women Strength Coaches
Finding a job as a strength and conditioning coach coming out of college is not easy. You may feel ready to take on the world and apply the techniques and philosophies you've learned at college... more »
New Year’s resolutions from an athletic trainer
If you are like most athletic trainers, the start of the new year is a time for celebration, reflection and New Year’s resolutions. Here are some of mine… more »
All Ears: Professional development for athletic trainers
From conferences to colleagues, there are myriad professional development resources that athletic trainers can use to grow in the field… more »
