Master’s in Applied Exercise Science
Sports Performance Training Concentration
Improve athletic performance and prepare for NASM’s Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) exam with an MS in Applied Exercise Science, Sports Performance Training concentration, at Concordia University Chicago (CUC).
Application Deadline: March 5, 2025
Classes Start: March 10, 2025
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Online Master’s Degree Program in Sports Performance
Earn your degree from Concordia University Chicago in Sports Performance Training to bring athletes to peak physical performance
Sports Performance Training Concentration Details
Our 100% online MS in Applied Exercise Science, Sports Performance Training concentration, is designed for working adults, with classes that can be completed anytime, anywhere. We keep class sizes small, so you can connect with your classmates and professors. Dual concentrations are also available.
Our MS in Applied Exercise Science, Sports Performance Training concentration was developed to give students the skills they need to strengthen athletic performance and promote optimum wellness.
Pursue a Sports Performance Training Concentration
The Sports Performance and Training concentration was designed for coaches, athletic trainers and other sports professionals who work with all levels of athletes from high school players up through Olympic competitors. This concentration prepares individuals for the Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) exam.
According to the NASM website, “top teams in the NFL and NBA have now begun requiring the NASM–PES credential.” Accelerate your career with a sports performance training master’s.
The CUC Advantage
A Dedication to Integrity
Integrity forms the cornerstone of CUC’s principles. Our faculty, staff and students are committed to living genuinely, guided by their faith. Within our programs, students are encouraged to exhibit resilience and unwavering dedication to their academic endeavors.
Cost-Effectiveness
Esteemed Faculty
Tap into the knowledge of experienced faculty members in the realm of exercise science. Be assured, you will receive top-notch education from leaders in the industry.
Institutional Accreditation
Concordia University Chicago is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to award baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral degrees.
Industry Certification
This program prepares individuals for the National Academy of Sports Medicine’s Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) exam.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2.85 minimum GPA
- Objective statement
- Letters of recommendation
Sports Performance Career Outlook
Our MS in Applied Exercise Science with a concentration in Sports Performance Training equips students with the essential skills to enhance athletic performance and promote optimal wellness. This program is specifically designed for coaches, athletic trainers and sports professionals who work with athletes of all levels, from high school players to Olympic competitors. By pursuing a Sports Performance Training concentration, students can accelerate their careers and gain a competitive edge in the dynamic field of sports performance training, ultimately helping athletes achieve their peak potential.
Potential Careers
- Strength and Conditioning Coach: Design and implement training programs that enhance athletes’ strength, speed and agility, helping them reach peak performance in their respective sports.
- Sports Performance Specialist: Work with athletes to develop and refine specific skills, such as power, endurance and flexibility, using advanced training techniques and technology.
- Athletic Performance Analyst: Use data and technology to assess and improve athletic performance, identifying strengths and areas for improvement to optimize training and competition outcomes.
- High-Performance Director: Lead and manage sports performance programs for teams or organizations, overseeing all aspects of athlete development, including training, nutrition and injury prevention.
- Personal Trainer for Elite Athletes: Provide one-on-one training to professional or high-level amateur athletes, creating customized workout routines that target their unique performance goals and physical needs.
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Student Testimonials
“The professors are super helpful. Two of my professors who were very meaningful to me were also athletic trainers. They would meet every few weeks and talk about the coursework and my job.Get to know your professors. They can help you with day to day or even land a job. Send an introductory email so stand out as a student. You can get to learn about how they are experts in their field.”
“Make that commitment that once you’re going to start the program that you are going to be dedicated to completing it and finishing it.”“Be committed to see it through and give 100% because that’s really how you’re going to be able to take what you learn and apply it into a career setting.”
“It’s hard to get your masters and be a mom, to be working full time. But it’s a great sense of ‘yeah I did that, while working a full time job, it’s rewarding”.I would say Concordia and getting my masters was the jumpstart of what made me great today.”
“CISSN I passed with flying colors and I got over a 90%.” Getting your Masters degree prepares you to be an auto mechanic. When you get your Masters you learn how to build the car so it teaches you how to understand the scientific principles very deeply that surround these certifications.I will tell you that it improved my practice a hundred times over just having a really strong grip on the scientific foundations that builds the certification. I was balancing 5 kids and owning a gym. The professors are good at working with adults who are working. The program is entirely doable and designed for working adults and that’s why you choose asynchronous online education.
A big thank you to all the amazing professors I had in my time at Concordia, I will tell you I really got my money’s worth out of that program. You are going to get out what you put in. If you put in the work you will reap the reward. You will make the connections you need to make. You will learn what you need to learn to be a better practitioner”
Your Path to Elevating Athletic Performance Starts Here
Discover how CUC’s MS in Applied Exercise Science, Sports Performance Training concentration, empowers you to excel in the competitive world of athletic performance and wellness. Take the first step toward transforming your career with this cutting-edge program.