Sport Science and Coach Education, M.S. (Strength and Conditioning Concentration-Online)

General Program Information

Caleb Bazyler, Ph.D , Program Coordinator
Box 70671
(423) 439-4733
e-mail:  bazyler@etsu.edu

Michael Ramsey, Ph.D., Professor, Department Chair
Box 70671
(423) 439-4375
e-mail: ramseym@etsu.edu

The Master of Science in Sport Science and Coach Education includes concentrations in applied sport science, and strength and conditioning. The concentration in applied sport science is designed to prepare students for positions in sport science, sport coaching, strength and conditioning, and advanced graduate study in sport science. The strength and conditioning concentration is 100% online and is designed to prepare students to assume roles in strength and conditioning, and sport coaching.

Note: The Strength and Conditioning Concentration admits students for the fall and spring terms. The application deadline is August 10th for the fall term and December 5th for the spring term. 

Program Admission Requirements

1. An undergraduate degree in physical education, exercise science, or closely related field;
2. 3.0 cumulative undergraduate grade point average on a 4.0 scale; international applicants should consult the ETSU Graduate Catalog for more specific information on requirements for countries using different grading scales;
3. Official scores on the general portion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE);
4. Resume and contact information for at least three letters of recommendation. These letters should be submitted through the ETSU School of Graduate Studies online system at https://gradletters.etsu.edu/;
5. Essay explaining goals, career expectations, and reasons for desiring to study in sport science and coach education at ETSU.

Sport Science and Coach Education, M.S. Degree Requirements: 36 credits

Note: Students in the Strength and Conditioning Concentration are required to complete a comprehensive exam during their last term as one of the requirements for graduation. 

Sport Science and Coach Education Core Requirements: 15 credits

Students in the Strength and Conditioning Concentration must take these courses online. 

• PEXS 5520 - Instrumentation in Exercise and Sport Science (3 credits)
• PEXS 5600 - Sport Conditioning I (3 credits)
• PEXS 5610 - Sport Physiology I: Muscle Metabolism and Hormonal Control (3 credits)
• PEXS 5620 - Physiology II: Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology (3 credits)
• PEXS 5680 - Management Skills for Coaching (3 credits)

Strength and Conditioning Concentration: 12 credits

Students in the Strength and Conditioning Concentration must take these courses online. 

• PEXS 5120 - Practicum in Strength and Conditioning (3 credits)
• PEXS 5280 - Sport Skills and Tactics (3 credits)
• PEXS 5657 - Sports Nutrition and Ergogenic Aids (3 credits)
• PEXS 5700 - Coaching Issues (3 credits)

Advisor Approved Electives: 6 credits

Electives are chosen in consultation with the Graduate Program Coordinator.

Internship: 3 credits

• PEXS 5800 - Internship in Fitness/Exercise Physiology (3 credits)