Phase 1 Strength & Conditioning Course

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$550 USD

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Description

EPI's Phase 1 Strength & Conditioning Course is the first phase of the National Certificate in Strength & Conditioning (NCSC), the industry standard qualification for Strength & Conditioning coaches. Built on over 20 years experience of working with athletes at Rugby World Cups and Olympic Games, EPI has educated more than 5, 000 coaches from around the world. Phase 1 is the first step towards your Strength & Conditioning qualification.

This comprehensive course is designed for coaches, trainers, and physiotherapists aiming to elevate their expertise in athletic performance. Phase 1 teaches participants how to use various training methods to develop different physical qualities for athletic performance. You will learn about fitness testing protocols, movement screening, acceleration speed, Olympic weightlifting, plyometrics, multi-directional speed, ESD, program design and periodization.

Whether your goal is to advance your coaching career or to enhance the quality of service you provide, the Phase 1 Strength & Conditioning Course delivers the tools and strategies you need to excel as a Strength & Conditioning. Once successfully completed, you will be eligible to progress onto EPI's Phase 2 Strength & Conditioning Course.

Available Course Credits

ACE 2.10

Learning Objectives

  1. Learn EPI's 8-step-approach training system
  2. Identify EPI's standardized battery of fitness tests used for assessing various physical qualities
  3. Outline the Movement Compensation Screen (MCS) to assess good movers vs bad movers
  4. Identify EPI's technical models for acceleration speed, COD and Olympic weightlifting
  5. Identify EPI's coaching models for developing acceleration speed, COD and Olympic weightlifting
  6. Understand EPI's program design system for hypertrophy, strength and power development
  7. Learn how to use and implement the linear periodization model for athlete development

Course Procedure

  1. Enroll in the course
  2. Read and sign course waiver
  3. View the course modules
  4. Download course handouts
  5. Download Phase 1 Strength & Conditioning course manual
  6. Print Phase 1 Strength & Conditioning course certificate

Course Content

Course Waiver and Materials Disclaimer
Module
Phase 1: Course Introduction
Module
Phase 1: EPI Training System
Module
Phase 1: Fitness Testing
Module
Phase 1: Movement Screening
Module
Phase 1: Acceleration Speed
Module
Phase 1: Multidirectional Speed
Module
Phase 1: Olympic Weightlifting
Module
Phase 1: Program Design
Module
Phase 1: Plyometric Training
Module
Phase 1: Energy System Development (ESD)
Module
Phase 1: Linear Periodization
Module
Phase 1: Course Manual
Module
Phase 1: Course Certificate
Module

EPI's Phase 1 Strength & Conditioning Course is the first phase of the National Certificate in Strength & Conditioning (NCSC), the industry standard qualification for Strength & Conditioning coaches. 

Comprehensive Curriculum

The Phase 1 Strength & Conditioning Course contains more than more than 8 hours of video content with 12 modules and 6 detailed presentations. Each presentation emphasizes a theoretical framework, a program design framework, and best practices around coaching. There is also additional reading material contained in your electronic manuals to support your lecture content. Each practical session is filmed from a coach’s perspective and emphasizes key coaching points, demonstration skills, cueing, progressions and regressions. All course videos have been chaptered with great detail to allow for easy navigation.

Real-World Application

Throughout Phase 1, you’ll engage in practical sessions that demonstrate how to apply theoretical knowledge in real coaching environments. You’ll learn how to identify and prioritize common movement errors, provide effective coaching strategies, and customize programs based on individual, and sport-specific considerations. The curriculum is designed to be adaptable, making it relevant to a wide range of populations and settings, from professional sports teams to the fitness industry client.

In-depth Lecture & Practical Sessions

The Phase 1 Strength & Conditioning Course includes a blend of lecture and practical sessions designed to provide you with a in-depth understanding of all key areas in Strength & Conditioning.

Lecture sessions include:

  • EPI system of training & methodology
  • Acceleration speed
  • Olympic lifting for sports performance
  • Program design
  • Linear periodization

Practical Sessions:

  • Fitness testing and profiling
  • Movement screening and correctives
  • Acceleration speed
  • Olympic weightlifting
  • Plyometric training
  • Energy system development (ESD)
  • Change of direction (COD)

Certification and Career Advancement

The Phase 1 Strength & Conditioning Course has been designed to optimize your learning experience and application for all key topics in Strength & Conditioning. There is no exam to become Phase 1 certified.

Whether you’re looking to improve your S&C knowledge, refine your coaching approach, or expand your career opportunities, the Phase 1 Strength & Conditioning Course provides the comprehensive education and practical experience you need to excel as a S&C coach. Join the 5, 000+ elite professionals who have transformed their coaching practice and their clients' lives with the proven methodologies of the EPI Training System.

The Phase 1 Strength & Conditioning Course is open to the following participants:

  • Strength & conditioning coaches
  • Sports coaches
  • Fitness instructors
  • Personal trainers
  • Physiotherapists
  • Athletic trainers

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