Strength & Conditioning Highlights

Careers

Popular jobs of strength & conditioning graduates include personal trainer, wellness coordinator, athletic director, physical education teacher, recreational therapist and exercise physiologist. Students may also pursue additional degrees in athletic training, physical therapy or sports administration. 

Hands-On Learning 

Internship opportunities include: 

  • Active Generations

  • Avera Sports

  • Good Samaritan Society

  • GreatLIFE Fitness

  • Local health and fitness centers

  • Sanford POWER

More than 50% of undergraduate students study away during their time at Augustana. Students can choose from more than 500 approved study-away programs in 60+ countries, including the U.S.

Courses & Organizations

Strength & conditioning majors who intend to pursue graduate studies are encouraged to take additional courses in psychology, nutrition, business administration and leadership. Some students choose to earn a related minor in business administration, communication studies, psychology or sociology.

Strength & conditioning students often participate in:

  • Augustana Bike Club

  • Medical Humanities Club

  • Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Chiropractic Pre-Graduate Club (PT/OT/Chiro Club)

  • Recreational Services

  • Serving and Learning Together (SALT)

  • Student Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC)