Phase 2 Strength & Conditioning Course
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- Flexible Start Dates
- From €595
EPI Phase 2 Strength & Conditioning course is the final phase of the National Certificate in Strength & Conditioning (NCSC) qualification. On this 3 day course, you will build upon the knowledge gained on Phase 1 by elevating your expertise in the art and science of performance coaching. Phase 2 will provide you with the knowledge and practical coaching skills for working with elite level athletes.
Technology Enhanced
This course has been updated to include the latest sports technology equipment
Get FREE access to the online Phase 2 S&C course when you register for our in-person Phase 2 S&C course at one of our locations. Download your brochure to unlock your discount code and learn more.
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COURSE DETAILS
- Course Code: EPI03
- Course Category: S&C courses
- Locations: Dublin, Belfast & international locations
- Duration: 3 full days
- Delivery: Delivered fully in-person
- Assessment: None
- Price: €595 (Ireland) / €695 (International)
COURSE DETAILS
- Course Code: EPI03
- Course Category: S&C courses
- Delivery: Delivered fully online
- Duration: Typically completed in 2-4 weeks
- Schedule: 100% self pace learning
- Access: Lifetime access
- Assessment: None
- Price: €495
Exclusive Offer
- FREE access to online learning resources worth €495
- Save up to €150 when registering for in-person NCSC course
- Download brochure to unlock discount code for NCSC course
- Discount codes from EPI performance partners
Secure your place by paying in full or with a deposit payment. For our deposit registration, remaining fees are paid before the start of the course. T&C’s apply.
Phase 2 Strength & Conditioning Course Modules
Sports teams and individual athletes are only as good as their physical preparation, which is why qualified Strength & Conditioning coaches are in demand. The Phase 2 Strength & Conditioning Course will advance your applied knowledge and coaching skills for working with elite level athletes.
The Phase 2 Strength & Conditioning Course is the final phase of the National Certificate in Strength & Conditioning (NCSC) qualification. Phase 2 explores more advanced training methods and it’s application on the field or in the gym. You’ll also learn about the integration of performance technology into your coaching (see our extensive list of performance partners).
Browse our full list of in-person Phase 2 courses and progress your journey with EPI.
1. Strength & Power Development
Explore strength & power development using more advanced methods of training, such as complex and contrast training. Learn more about velocity based training (VBT) to provide objective data for effective program design.
Understand when to implement this training into the program and how to make appropriate adjustments based on the individual needs of the athlete/team.
Learn how to program design effectively for strength & power development as well as include it in the training week with games on weekend.
2. Olympic Weightlifting
Understand how to implement EPI’s technical and coaching models for improved technique on the Snatch.
Receive a detailed plan and structure on how to effectively program design for Olympic weightlifting.
3. Speed Development
Master your coaching of max velocity speed.
Understand how to implement EPI’s speed mechanics drills for improved sprinting technique.
Receive a detailed plan and structure on how to effectively program design for max velocity speed development.
4. Agility Training
Master your coaching of change of direction (COD).
Understand how to implement EPI’s closed, open and game simulation drills for improved agility technique.
Receive a detailed plan and structure on how to effectively program design for agility training.
5. Plyometric Training
Learn about reactive power development using plyometric training.
Understand when to implement fast stretch shortening cycle (SSC) plyometric exercises into the program and how these exercises relate to the force-velocity (FV) curve.
Receive a detailed plan and structure on how to effectively program design using plyometric training.
6. Energy System Development (ESD)
Discover how to effectively train and develop the Anaerobic Glycolysis and Aerobic energy systems.
Understand when to implement Glycolytic and Aerobic sessions into the training program based on the individual needs of the athlete/team.
Receive a detailed plan and structure on how to effectively program design energy system development (ESD).
7. Advanced Program Design
Discuss how to effectively train and develop strength & power concurrently using more advanced methods of training.
Understand effective exercise selection choices for VBT, complex and contrast training.
Receive a detailed plan and structure on how to program design using EPI’s system.
8. Concurrent Periodisation
Learn how to implement the conjugate model as part of your medium to long term periodisation.
Understand key characteristics of the conjugate model for effective usage based on the profile of your athlete/team.
Receive a detailed plan and structure on applying the conjugate periodisation model following a phase by phase approach.
Course Completion Options
In-Person
- In-person learning with industry-expert lecturers
- Meet peers in a friendly environment
- Get hands on with state-of-the-art sports technology
On-Demand
Fit your learning into your own schedule, and learn at your own pace
- 100% self paced learning
- Lifetime access to course content and updates
- Average completion: 6 weeks (up to 16 weeks)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this course right for me?
The Phase 2 Strength & Conditioning Course is a short, sharp, focused, and impactful course, processing the knowledge and coaching skills learnt on Phase 1. Phase 2 elevates participants applied knowledge, coaching skills and program design understanding for working with more elite level athletes.
For coaches looking to complete the National Certificate in Strength & Conditioning (NCSC) course step-by-step, they can begin by registering for Phase 1 initially before progressing onto Phase 2. Phase 2 is the final educational component of the NCSC course.
By completing this course, you will have completed all educational components for your Strength & Conditioning qualification. All that remains to become fully qualified is your NCSC exam.
Whether you want to become a qualified Strength & Conditioning coach or just learn more about the principles of Strength & Conditioning to help your physiotherapy or personal training, becoming NCSC qualified will allow you to obtain insurance to deliver Strength & Conditioning services as a professional coach.
How will this course help with my career?
The main benefits of studying for a course with Elite Performance Institute (EPI) centre around your ability to rapidly upskill and obtain a certification in Strength & Conditioning, taught by industry leading practitioners, via a short and flexible learning schedule.
Short and intensive in nature, EPI courses demonstrate your commitment and drive to either begin or advance your professional career. Obtaining a Elite Performance Institute (EPI) course allows professionals to formalise and affirm the knowledge and coaching skills you might informally practice in the gym, on the pitch or in your private practice. Studying with EPI will allow you to stay ahead in a rapidly progressive coaching landscape.
As well as your Elite Performance Institute (EPI) course certification and new skill set, you will have accessed a network of like-minded professionals as you study alongside each other. Peer to peer learning will bring theory to life through active learning, as you problem solve and explore practical applications of relevant topics. All of this will be facilitated during breakout lecture sessions, facilitated conversations, hands on practical sessions, supplemented by a rich bank of online resources to give you the best possible chances of professional growth and development.
What is the learning experience like?
Many of our courses are now available both in-person and on-demand (online). Both formats cover the same course content. You now have more choice in how you learn with us:
In-person
Our in-person courses are delivered in various facilities in Dublin, Belfast and international locations. All locations are well equipped to allow EPI to deliver all course content in a professional learning environment.
On-demand
On-demand courses enable you to complete your course online on your own schedule. Course content is delivered in the form of a “module”. The module is broken up into practical and lecture videos outlining the content in the same way as seen on our in-person course.
Expert-led
Both in-person and on-demand courses are delivered by elite coaches who have more than 20 years of industry experience and 15 years of tutoring experience. When you choose an EPI education course, your learning experience will be unparalleled in terms of clarity and quality.
Is this course assessed?
The Phase 2 Strength & Conditioning course is not assessed.
Assessment for the National Certificate in Strength & Conditioning (NCSC) is completed online after Phase 1 & 2 Strength & Conditioning courses have been fully completed.
What payment options are available?
Payment
Payment for our in-person courses have two options:
- Payment in full
- Deposit (15%) payment followed by remaining course fee before start of course
Payment for our on-demand courses have two options:
- Payment in full
- Payment plan involving x3 interest-free payments
Funding
EPI courses are also approved by the Department of Social Protection for the Training Support Grant (TSG) in Ireland, which provides up to €1,000 annually to jobseekers on certain social welfare payments to cover the cost of short-term training. Get in touch with your employment officer to complete the TSG application form to secure your course funding.
