CSCS

Education & Academia abbreviation · Professional Certification

CSCS
Stands forCertified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
CategoriesEducation & Academia

CSCS stands for Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, a professional certification abbreviation.

Certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) for professionals who train athletes to improve performance, requiring a bachelor's degree and CPR and AED certification. College and professional strength coaches commonly hold it.

Example: The university's strength coach is a CSCS who works with all 18 varsity teams.

Usage notes

The exam has a scientific foundations section and a practical, applied section. The CSCS is considered more advanced than general personal training certifications. Holders earn continuing education units every three years.

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