Saints Maps - Physical Education/Strength & Conditioning

PHYSICAL EDUCATION - STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

SUGGESTED MINORS

Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialists are professionals who apply foundational knowledge to assess, motivate, educate, and train athletes for the primary goal of improving sport performance.

They conduct sport-specific testing sessions, design and implement safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs, and provide guidance for athletes in nutrition and injury prevention.

CAREER COMPETENCIES

SUCCESS AS A SAINT

Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.

Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.

Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.

Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.

HOW TO USE THIS MAP

Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION - STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

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ENGAGE

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Review your 4-year degree plan and the academic catalog

Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly

Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office

Join an on-campus organization to gain more connections

Explore volunteer or job-shadowing opportunities in our athletic department

Participate in speaker and special events hosted by the College of Education & Health Professions

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Consider adding a minor another field such as Studies

FIRST YEAR MIDDLE DEVELOP

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Meet with your new faculty progress to degree

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Participate in cultural the Professionalism Panel Attend the Fall Internship options for your required Attend the Fall Graduate explore further education

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Begin researching jobs in your field of study and narrow down to top 5 choices

Create Handshake account

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Start finalizing your resume Invest in proper business Career Closet

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Complete PathwayU assessment to be reassured of your career choice

Explore average salaries for your career field

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Create a LinkedIn profile Research National Strength Association (NSCA)

YEARS FINAL YEAR

minor or certificate in Coaching or Education

faculty advisor to check

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Work with your faculty advisor to ensure you have no outstanding course requirements

Complete required strength & conditioning internship and practicum

Apply to graduate

SAINTS ADVANTAGE

Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.

CAREER PATHS

 Strength & Conditioning

Coaches or Directors in schools, colleges & universities

 Fitness & Training staff in the private sector

events on campus such as Panel or Etiquette Dinner

Internship Fair and research required internship

Graduate School Fair and education opportunities

resume business attire or visit the Saints

profile Strength & Conditioning membership

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Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair

Schedule a mock interview with the Center for Career & Professional Development

Present in the bi-annual Student Research and Presentations Symposium

Set up an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development to ensure you are ready for the workforce

Keep a catalog of networking contacts and identify potential references

Apply for jobs in your field

FURTHER EDUCATION

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M.S. in Exercise and Sport Science

NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist Certificate

SKILLS

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Look to develop soft skills such as communication, leadership, and ability to problem solve

Be able to lead and inspire others

Strong athletic ability

Ability to work well under pressure

GRADUATE SUCCESS

The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2022 graduate survey)

50% Continued Education

Jobs in the field of strength and conditioning are expected to increase by 15% between now and 2030. Limestone’s accredited degree program in strength and conditioning is designed to prepare professionals who desire to work with athletes and in the private sector.

Fitness trainers and instructors working in business and public facilities earn a median income of approximately $40,000 per year.

People who work in athletic and strength and conditioning programs have the opportunity to do their work in a variety of settings and in active and positive environments. They tend to be healthy and happy!

PARTERNSHIPS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

Students in this major are required to complete an internship in their final year. Here are some organizations where our students have been placed:

Thank you to the Major Maps Committee for their work on this project & dedication to student success:

Lindsay Bartholomew

Justin Davis

Katie Jones

Tom LeGrand

Katie Maher

Stacey Mason

Michelle Phillips-Meek

Kelly Tillinghast

 Limestone University Athletics

 Carolina Panthers

 Carolina Football Club

 Cherokee County School District

 Dr. Joe McKowen’s Office

(Physical Therapy -Gaffney, SC)