Field Experience Sites
Students in the Strength and Conditioning Concentration will complete at least two field experiences under the direct supervision of an NSCA CSCS credentialed site supervisor. Our program has affiliations with professional, collegiate, high school, and private sector programs throughout the greater WV/OH/KY area. More are being added every year.
Our program includes a mandatory field experience component designed to provide practical application and hands-on learning:
- Minimum of 300 hours of contact time
- Includes at least two substantially different experiences (e.g., sport, gender, age range)
- Supervised by a minimum of two different supervisors
- Each experience includes a minimum of 75 hours, with one lasting at least 6 weeks
Field Sites:
These placements build your resume, provide coaching experience, and connect you to a powerful professional network.
- Marshall University Athletics: NCAA Division I
- Private performance centers
Following the field experience, students complete an internship to enhance their practical skills further and apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings in a setting of their choosing. Undergraduate students complete an internship as part of their capstone experience. Graduate students participate in field immersion and directed research, preparing them for leadership in the field. This internship solidifies their preparation for the CSCS certification exam, and professional roles in strength and conditioning. Each student is allowed to find an internship site of their choice.
The Strength and Conditioning program at Marshall University is committed to providing equitable field experience opportunities for all students, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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