Minor in Strength and Conditioning
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A minor in Strength and Conditioning is ideal for students passionate about optimizing athletic performance and understanding the science of exercise and training. This program complements careers in sports coaching, fitness training, physical therapy, or roles in athletic performance and rehabilitation.
Program Overview
The Strength and Conditioning minor is designed for students passionate about sports performance, fitness training, and human movement. This program provides foundational knowledge in exercise science, biomechanics, and coaching strategies to help individuals optimize athletic performance and overall health. Whether you're pursuing a career in athletic coaching, personal training, physical therapy, or sports science, this minor offers hands-on learning experiences and expert instruction to enhance your skills. By combining classroom instruction with practical application, students gain the tools to design effective training programs and work with athletes at all levels. Expand your expertise in strength and conditioning while complementing your major with this dynamic and career-focused program.
How to Add this Minor
Prospective students: Minors are declared once you are a current University of Kentucky student.
Current students: You can add this minor in myUK GPS. Under "My Program of Study" on the right side of the screen, click the link "Request a major/minor/certificate change". If you need help, contact your academic advisor.
You should talk with your advisor about how adding a program to your plan of study will impact graduation time and any graduation requirements of your major.
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What You'll Learn
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
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