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Tactical Strength and Conditioning Certificate

The Tactical Strength and Conditioning (TSAC) certificate prepares students to design fitness programs for law enforcement, fire/rescue, and military populations. It applies exercise science principles to improve performance and reduce injury. Completion prepares students for the TSAC-F certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

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Program Information

The Tactical Strength and Conditioning Certificate prepares students to work with members of the Military, Police, Fire, and First Responders to improve fitness, decrease injury risk, develop strength and conditioning programs, and teach behavior modification and life-style adaptations.

This program prepares students to pass the National Strength and Conditioning Association's Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator certification exam.

The Tactical Strength and Conditioning Certificate Program is restricted to individuals currently serving in Law Enforcement, Fire and Rescue, Military or other First Responder roles. Valid and current identification is required for admission.

Success in the program is defined by your ability to apply what you’ve learned in real-world scenarios. This program ensures that every student achieves the following core competencies:

  • Describe the role of the strength and conditioning professional in the prevention and care of injury and lifestyle related disease in tactical populations.
  • Define and conduct a needs analysis to initiate appropriate physical testing and assessment strategies in the tactical environment.
  • Describe specific physiological challenges faced in various tactical populations.
  • Identify occupational and lifestyle factors that affect fitness, exercise adherence, sleep, nutrition, and overall health of the tactical professional.
  • Apply strategies to promote behavior modification and lifestyle related wellness.

Success starts with a solid plan. Your program's course sequence is designed to build your skills step-by-step. By following this plan, you ensure you're meeting all program requirements and staying on track.

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Program Facts

24-25Total Credits
1.5Years to Complete
17:1Students to Faculty

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Program Contacts

Faculty

Noah Gibson
Director of Health Sciences
 ngibson@frederick.edu
 301.846.2503

Admissions

Jefferson Hall
1st Floor
 admissions@frederick.edu
 301.624.2716

Financial Aid

Jefferson Hall
3rd Floor
 financialaid@frederick.edu
 301.846.2620

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Human Performance Lab

Housed in the newly renovated Linganore Hall, the Human Performance Lab is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to advanced physiological assessment within the Health and Exercise Sciences program. Students utilize medical-grade technology—including metabolic carts and air displacement plethysmography—to evaluate aerobic capacity, body composition, and metabolic rates to optimize health and human performance.

Human Performance Lab
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Strength and Conditioning Lab

Located in the Athletics Building, the Strength and Conditioning Lab serves as the premier academic hub for the Health and Exercise Sciences Program. This facility provides students with hands-on experience in program design and elite training techniques using industry-standard equipment, including power racks, Olympic weights, and selectorized pulley systems.

Strength and Conditioning Lab

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