Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

As a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, you can work across diverse training environments, from educational institutions and professional teams to tactical, healthcare, or private sector facilities. You may train athletes in one sport or many, help prepare tactical professionals for duty, or support the continuum of care for clients. No matter your path, your emphasis centers on driving outcomes, reducing injury risk, and collaborating with the broader performance team. The CSCS is perfect for: former athletes who fell in love with the weight room, those who thrive on game-day energy, and anyone fascinated by the science of human performance. The CSCS is often preferred or required for roles such as: - Assistant, Associate, or Head Strength and Conditioning Coach or Coordinator - Performance Coach, Sports Performance Coach, or Director of Sport or High Performance - Physical Education Instructor - Assistant, Associate, or Director of Strength and Conditioning - Assistant Athletic Director CSCS Certification Requirements You must meet the following requirements to sit for the CSCS exam: - Hold at least a Bachelor’s degree - Have a current CPR/AED certification IMPORTANT: Effective January 1, 2030, U.S. candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a CASCE-accredited program to be eligible for the CSCS exam. This does not affect candidates with a Bachelor’s degree from outside the U.S. until January 2036. Current degree requirements are effective through December 31, 2029.