May 19, 2024  
2022-2023 CGC Graduate Catalog 
    
2022-2023 CGC Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Tactical Performance and Resiliency, Graduate Certificate


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www.citadel.edu/root/hhp-programs/ graduate/master-of-science-health-exercise-sport-science

Dr. Chris Bellon, Program Director
843-953-1652, cbellon@citadel.edu

The Online Graduate Certificate in Tactical Performance and Resiliency develops practitioners prepared to assume a part-time or full-time assistant role as a tactical strength and condintioning coach within a military, paramiliatary, law enforcement, fire and rescue, or private-sector setting. Studying at your own pace through our online courses, you will expand your skills and knowledge well beyond that offered by professional certifications alone. You will graduate from this program effectively prepared to design and deliver effective tactical training programs for military service members, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and veterans on a one-on-one basis.

Admission Requirements

Requirements and application procedures for admission into the Online Graduate Certificate:

  1. Completion of the online graduate application along with the non-refundable application fee.
  2. Submission of an official transcript of the baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and university and all transcripts from post-bacculareate work.
  3. A one-page letter describing why you are interested in the Graduate Certificate in Tactical Performance and Resiliency.
  4. Competency, demonstrated through coursework, approved work experience, or a program administered competency exam, in the areas of functional anatomy, exercise physiology, and general psychology.
  5. Submission of a resume detailing previous education and work experiences.

All materials must be received by the CGC and evaluated by the department to receive consideration for the program. Coursework is not to begin until admission has been granted into the program.

Graduation Requirement (Non-Credit Bearing)


  1. LDRS 500 - The Citadel Principled Leadership Seminar
  2. Students in this program must demonstrate having earned the credential of Certified Personal Trainer from either the National Strength and Conditioning Association or The American College of Sports Medicine
  3. Proof of current Certification in First Aid and CPR
  4. Proof of current Certification in Mental Health First Aid

Program Requirements


The Graduate Certificate in Tactical Performance and Resiliency will consist of fifteen (15) semester credit hours. Twelve (12) semester credit hours will consist of online coursework, while the remaining three (3) hours will be completed in the form of a 150-hour practicum. Candidates must pass a background check. Students are responsible for all associated fees for the background check which must include the submission of social security card copy and fingerprints prior to beginning the practicum.

Total Required Courses: 15 Credit Hours


Descriptions of courses are listed here .

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