Researchers and Educators
Bridging the gap between science and its practical application is at the heart of the NSCA. Join thousands of NSCA-certified research and education professionals who do this every day through the publishing of scientific insights, teaching the next generation of strength and conditioning professionals and serving within NSCA's leadership. The NSCA needs your contribution to advance the profession.
Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research is the premiere research journal of the NSCA. This monthly publication provides peer-reviewed original research and review articles, all of which are available to NSCA Members.
Strength and Conditioning Journal
The Strength and Conditioning Journal features peer-reviewed articles for professionals working in the strength and conditioning industry with a mission to provide access to practical application of the latest research findings. Issues distributed six times per year to NSCA Members.
Education Recognition Program
NSCA's Education Recognition Program (ERP) is the first step in laying the foundation to ensure excellence for students in the classroom, as well as long-term professional success after graduation. The ERP recognizes and distinguishes schools with strength and conditioning or personal training curricula that prepares students for NSCA certification exams. The ERP consists of three separate recognitions: 1) Personal Training, 2) Strength and Conditioning, and 3) Graduate Studies.
Grants & Scholarships
The NSCA Foundation (NSCAF) awards hundreds of thousands in research grant and scholarship dollars each year to outstanding individuals within the strength and conditioning community. The NSCAF is one of the few foundations that fund research for master's degree students and across all levels of education and experience up to senior investigators, as well as one of the few sources that funds work in the strength and conditioning field. Educational scholarships are available for high school and college students that fit certain criteria.
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Learn MoreResearcher and Educator Awards
The NSCA has 24 awards to honor current members who are helping advance the strength and conditioning profession. There are 5 annual awards and 2 special recognitions that are specifically designated for researchers and educators. Learn more about the awards and our current recipients.
