get an exercise based degree and a CSCS from NSCA. It is considered the "gold standard" for that type of thing.

There are other ways, but I think this is the most respected.

Kurt

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I definitely 2nd the CSCS recomendation. Depending on what setting you are trying for having academic credentials may be necessary. For example if you want to be a college strength and conditioning coach a masters will be necessary. It is a tough field to break into where often you must pay your dues at very low paying jobs to ge experience needed for more prestigous position.

Good luck with your decision and prep :-)

Have you (or anyone else) heard of NESTA? http://www.nestacertified.com/

I was wondering what is thought of them.

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Actually, if you're SAC you can't coach yourself... trust me on this one ;-)

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