SPMG 6200 - Strength and Power Development

Institution:

Utah Tech University

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Description:

Covers expertise in the physiological principles and training techniques used in strength and conditioning. A large emphasis is placed on the guidelines from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) with an aim for preparing students to ultimately take the NSCA Certified Personal Trainer or NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist exam. Preparation for other professional certifications may be adapted in cases where students already possess this certification. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Develop athletes in their strength and power based in and through the application of current scientific knowledge and best practices. 2. Design and implement safe and effective strength training and conditioning and personal training programs at an expert level. 3. Combine exercise prescription principles for training variation, injury prevention, and reconditioning. 4. Prepare for and pass the NSCA certification examination, or an equivalent industry certification such as USA-Weightlifting Level-1, USA Track & Field Level-1, Titleit Performance Institute Level-1, etc.. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Sport Management program.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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