Concentrations The program consists of two concentration options: • The Strength and Conditioning concentration (31 semester hours) is designed to prepare students to work with athletes as strength and conditioning coaches in college, professional, private, and secondary school settings. Students develop the skills necessary to design and implement population-specifc training programs that enhance athletic performance and reduce injury risk. The foundation of course work is in areas of biomechanics, exercise physiology, performance testing, periodization, program design, and sport nutrition. In addition, all students have opportunities to complete various feldwork experiences. • The Exercise Physiology concentration (34 semester hours) is designed to prepare students to work as exercise instructors (for healthy, athletic, and special populations) or cardiopulmonary rehabilitation professionals, or within management in the health, medical, and ftness industries. Students study the acute and chronic physiological responses to and adaptations resulting from physical activity. The foundation of course work is in areas of exercise physiology, skeletal muscle physiology, laboratory techniques, exercise prescription for special populations, and exercise techniques.
For additional information, please contact: Jamie Ghigiarelli, PhD MS in Sports Science Program Director Associate Professor of Health Professions Room 115 Hofstra Dome, North Campus 516-463-5122 hofstra.edu/msss facebook.com/HofstraHPHS
Master of Science in Sports Science
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Career Opportunities
The Master of Science in
Mission
Sports Science program
The mission of the Master of Science
has been offcially recognized by the National Strength and
in Sports Science program is to prepare scholarly and innovative leaders in sports, physical activity, and recreation. With a focus on research and
Program graduates are prepared for employment in a variety of settings, including:
theoretical development, the program
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Conditioning Association
provides students with the means and
as a preparatory program
understandings necessary to effectively
for the feld of strength and conditioning.
The feld of sports science is one that strives to address health-related concerns through physical activity and the promotion of a greater understanding of the role that physical activity plays in improving overall quality of life. Professionals trained in health and ftness promotion play an important role in disseminating healthful practices throughout today’s society.
lead physical activity programs in school and non-school settings.
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Health and ftness centers Community, private, or university-based recreation centers Personal training Group exercise leadership Corporate ftness centers Military science and rehabilitation settings Cardiac rehabilitation, hospital, and medical/wellness centers Elite training facilities Professional, collegiate, and high school sports strength and conditioning programs Sports and ftness marketing/management