Why Earn a Sport and Human Performance Master’s from AIC?
The online Master of Science in Sport and Human Performance at American International College prepares students and working professionals to advance their knowledge and skills working in a number of fields including performance coaching, sport science, athletic programs, physical education and strength and conditioning.
Over the course of this 30-credit program students will develop the skills and knowledge needed to design and implement advanced exercise programs with an emphasis on the theoretical and practical aspects of human performance that are required to enhance athletic performance of individuals from a wide range of populations. Advance your coaching skills to implement strength and conditioning programs to various athletic and general populations utilizing real-life data.
Optional Residency Program
In addition to the academic curriculum, students can attend an optional one-week Sport and Human Performance Residency Program on campus, including training certification on the advanced metabolic and body composition equipment, coaching and lifting technique education, and potentially other specialized certifications (such as Blood Flow Restriction Training/Therapy).
This one-week program is intended to give students extra hands-on experiences that they do not have access to during the online curriculum. The program offers an opportunity to collaborate with other peers, attain valuable practical skills for their career, and help distinguish their experiences from other individuals in the field.
The Sport and Human Performance Residency Program will be a separate optional one-week hands-on learning intensive experience. The program can be offered to other professionals/graduates not enrolled in the online MS Program for a separate fee.
What to Expect
- Become NSCA-certified: Graduates of this program are eligible to sit for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) examination through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
- Beyond the classroom: A required internship provides the opportunity to develop practical coaching, programming, logistical, and interpersonal skills and knowledge that are necessary for a career in the field.
- Expand your experience: An optional, on-campus one-week residency program offers extra hands-on experiences in our state-of-the-art Human Performance Lab.
- Flexible for working professionals: Pursue your education without compromising your career—part-time or full-time—in a convenient fully online format.
- Career-ready education: Graduates will be equipped for careers in diverse settings, such as hospitals, community organizations, public health agencies, and health insurers.
