For strength and conditioning coaches looking to expand their expertise without taking a break from the weight room, Logan University offers a complete pathway. Their Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning program is 100% online—designed by coaches, for coaches—allowing candidates to complete their degree in just one year. With trimesters beginning May 12, Sept 18, and Jan 12, now the perfect time to take the next step in coaching education.
Logan’s program delivers what the high school strength and conditioning profession demands: efficiency, evidence-based strategies, and job-ready skills. With a curriculum that blends cutting-edge science with practical application, Whether coaching in the weight room, leading athletic development programs, or overseeing off-season preparation, this program is tailored for professionals who are serious about results.
A fast, flexible degree for busy coaches
Logan’s M.S. in Strength and Conditioning is delivered in a seven-week accelerated format, enabling students to finish the entire program in as little as one year. That pace doesn’t come at the expense of rigor either. Each course is taught by experienced professionals who’ve worked across collegiate, tactical, and private sectors—ensuring that the topics covered can be applied immediately.
Totaling 42 credit hours, the program includes core classes in sport psychology, nutrition, biomechanics, program design, and injury prevention—plus 300 hours of hands-on field experience in two seven-week segments, conducted under a certified strength and conditioning specialist. Coaches can complete their field hours in familiar environments such as high schools, private gyms, or colleges, provided the site meets program standards.
With entirely online coursework, coaches stay on the job while progressing toward a graduate degree. That flexibility makes this program ideal for scholastic strength coaches who are balancing teaching loads, weight room duties, and team schedules.
A pathway to the CSCS and expanded career opportunities
Graduates of Logan’s program are prepared for the NSCA’s Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam, the gold standard in performance coaching. That distinction opens doors in college athletics, private sector performance centers, tactical strength roles in the military or with first responders, and of course, high school strength programs with expanding expectations and responsibilities.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs for strength and conditioning coaches are expected to grow 20% by 2031, outpacing many other professions. Logan’s M.S. equips graduates not just to meet industry demand—but to lead it. Whether you’re looking to rise within a school district, transition to the collegiate level, or build a business training athletes privately, this degree adds academic authority to your experience in the field.
What makes Logan distinct is its singular focus on the strength and conditioning profession. While some programs combine general exercise science or athletic training content, this master’s is laser-focused on the principles and practices that performance coaches use every day: programming, periodization, recovery strategies, and assessment. That means every credit hour works toward becoming a more effective coach.
Designed for the profession’s next generation of leaders
To be eligible, applicants need a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with at least a 2.5 GPA. Foundational coursework in kinesiology, exercise science, or biological science is recommended, but those missing prerequisites may still be admitted on a probationary basis with academic support. That means Logan is accessible to working professionals ready to move forward—even if they didn’t follow a traditional academic path.
Each trimester welcomes a new cohort, with upcoming start dates on May 12, 2025, September 8, 2025, and January 12, 2026. With rolling admissions and multiple entry points each year, Logan makes it easy to plan around a coach’s calendar, not the other way around.
In an era where data literacy, injury mitigation, and year-round athlete development are increasingly expected, having a master’s degree in strength and conditioning isn’t just a resume booster—it’s a professional edge. Logan’s online platform, industry-expert faculty, and emphasis on applied knowledge make it an ideal fit for coaches who want to stay on the cutting edge of athletic performance.
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At Logan University, we know high-performing athletes deserve the most qualified, well-rounded athletic performance coaches. With a science-based, evidence-informed curriculum, our Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning is an industry-driven program developed and led by experienced, active leaders in athletic performance.
