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Flagship Certification

The football
specialist.

The Certified Strength & Conditioning Football Specialist is the society's highest credential in football built for practitioners aiming to make an impact at the highest levels of the game.

CSPS
Elite Tier · CSCE Lv.1®

Certified Strength &
Conditioning Football
Specialist.

A two-level pathway combining 75 hours of evidence-based theory online with a hands-on practical assessment. Designed for coaches working or aiming to work inside professional football environments.

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// Level I75h · Online

Theoretical Foundations

Evidence-based theory delivered fully online — physiology, biomechanics, periodisation and football-specific load management. Prepares students to advance into Level II.

// AwardCSPS® · 3yr

Certified for Excellence

On passing, you join the global directory of certified specialists and enter the CEU cycle to maintain the credential.

Certifications & Products

Enroll in your
language.

Our flagship certification, available in English and Spanish. Pick your version and enrol directly.

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// Elite Tier · CSCE Lv.1®

CSCE Football
Certification L.V1

Certified Strength & Conditioning Football Specialist — 75 hours of evidence-based theory online, delivered in English.

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Certificación CSCE
Fútbol L.V1

Especialista Certificado en Fuerza y Acondicionamiento en Fútbol — 75 horas de teoría basada en evidencia online, en español.

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CSCE Certification

Frequently asked
questions.

Everything you need to know about the Certified Strength & Conditioning Expert in Football (CSCE – F – L1) before you enrol.

What is the program duration? add
The I Edition of Certified Strength and Conditioning Expert in Football (Soccer) – Level I (CSCE – F – L1) can be completed over a period of 6 months (1 semester of duration). The course will start after enrollment and you will have a maximum of 6 months to complete it.
What is the certification class schedule? add
There is no specific class schedule. It is completely flexible. You can access the videolectures at any time during the program.
What is the application deadline? add
You can apply to the course whenever you want during the year. The inscriptions open indefinitely.
Is a previous certification / bachelor's degree needed as a prerequisite? add
To apply for the I Edition of Certified Strength and Conditioning Expert in Football (Soccer) – Level I (CSCE – F – L1), there is no specific prerequisite. However, only candidates who possess a Bachelor's Degree in Sport Sciences or related area can be confirmed as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Expert in Football by the SCS. Candidates who do not possess a Bachelor's Degree in Sport Sciences or related area will be given a certificate of attendance/completion but will not be considered a Certified Expert by the SCS.
Can I apply if I am currently finishing my Bachelor's Degree in Sport Sciences? add
The students who are in their final year of their Bachelor's Degree in Sport Sciences or are waiting for their Bachelor academic transcript and degree diploma, can apply to the certification and become a Certified Expert by the SCS after presenting the Bachelor's Degree Diploma.
What happens if I don't pass a module quiz? Is there a second call? Do I have to pay for it? add
It is necessary to pass the module quiz to go to the next module. You can take the quiz as many times as you need and you don't have to pay for it.
What does the final exam consist of? add
The final exam of the I Edition of Certified Strength and Conditioning Expert in Football (Soccer) – Level I (CSCE – F – L1) will consist of an online test of 100 multiple choice questions related to the content of the different modules. The duration of the exam is 2h, as maximum. To complete the course, candidates must obtain a passing grade of 50%.
Is the certificate valid indefinitely? How often do I have to recertify? add
The certificate is not valid indefinitely as every CSCE will have to recertify. All the information related to the recertification guidelines can be found here: education.scs.academy/info-prices.
Are any additional materials such as books or articles provided? add
No, but you may check the video lectures from the professors at any time during the program and see their presentations.
How is information communicated to enrolled students? add
After your inscription, you will receive an email with the relevant information and key points. If you have further questions, you can contact education@scs.academy or info@scs.academy.
What kind of diploma will I receive? add
You will receive a diploma in digital version. It is possible to send you a paper version upon request. If you want to obtain the paper version, you will have to cover the postal fee/charges.
How long does it take to receive my diploma after completing the program? add
You will receive your digital diploma immediately after finishing the course.
Before You Apply

Entry
requirements.

Who can certify, and what you receive — read the CSCE Level I prerequisites before enrolling.

CSCE Level I — Prerequisites add
To apply for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Expert in football, level one, CSCE, there is no specific prerequisites. However, candidates who possess a bachelor's degree in sports science or related area can only be certified officially as a conditioning expert in football by the SES. The candidates who do not possess a bachelor's degree in sports science or related area will be given a certificate of attendance completion, of course, but will not be considered a certified expert by THE SCS.
Short Courses

SHARPEN YOUR  SKILLS.

Self-paced micro-credentials covering a specific performance domains. Each carries CEU credits toward your certification.

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Short Courses
are on their way.

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Live Classes & Workshops

Train in the
room.

Hands-on, instructor-led sessions in global performance hubs. Limited cohorts, on-site access. Members get priority registration.

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Member Benefit

MEMBERS LEARN HAVE LESS.

SCS members save up to 20% on every certification and short course, get first access to limited workshop cohorts, and carry CEU credits.

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