Graduate Certificate
Sports Performance Training
Grow your career and prep for the NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist Exam with a Graduate Certificate in Sports Performance Training at Concordia-Chicago. Enroll today.
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Sports Performance Training Graduate Certificate Program Details
The Sports Performance and Training certificate program 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 12 credit hour certificate will prepare students to pursue the National Academy of Sports Medicine’s Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) credential.
Industry Certification
This program prepares individuals for the National Academy of Sports Medicine’s Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) exam.
Institutional Accreditation
Concordia University Chicago is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to award baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral degrees. All Concordia University Chicago degree programs are approved by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
Sports Performance Training Graduate Certificate Career Outlook
Graduates in our graduate degree in exercise science go on to serve in a variety of capacities in fitness, wellness, sports management and leadership careers. Many of our students pursue careers such as:
- Performance Coach
- Athletic Director
- Sports Performance Specialist
Admission Requirements
- Free online application
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2.85 minimum GPA
- Objective statement
- Letters of recommendation