The IQF Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning (Certified S&C Practitioner) allows high level practitioners to become qualified to work independently in specialised environments. The is a great option for those wishing to get insurance to work as a Personal Trainer or self-employed Fitness Coach.
Aden Flannagan, Director of the IUSCA, London, UK
About the Level 4
Welcome to the IUSCA IQF Level 4 Certified Strength and Conditioning Practitioner course – a premier qualification designed for advanced practitioners who aspire to work independently, delivering specialized S&C services to teams, athletes, and clients worldwide.
This course equips you to meet the growing demand for high-level, specialized training, with the added advantage of qualifying for professional insurance, allowing you to operate as an independent practitioner. With international recognition, this certification provides you with the flexibility to work both in-person and online, connecting you with clients and teams anywhere in the world.
This fully online course combines comprehensive learning modules, tutorials, and on-demand resources to fit your schedule, delivering the scientific foundation needed for effective program design and performance coaching. Covering advanced concepts in physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, and coaching techniques, this course empowers you to design and deliver evidence-based training interventions tailored to your clients' specific needs.
The curriculum is structured around approximately 48 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) and a total of 128 Total Learning Hours (TLH), including independent study and assessment. Throughout the course, you’ll have access to a wealth of resources that support your growth and development as a high-level S&C practitioner.
Assessment is based on the completion of a comprehensive Portfolio of Evidence, including a documented 12-week training intervention and a recorded coaching session. This rigorous evaluation process ensures that you are fully prepared to work independently, equipped with practical skills and a solid foundation in strength and conditioning.
Upon satisfactory completion, you will earn the title of IQF Level 4 Certified Strength and Conditioning Practitioner, a credential that not only certifies your advanced expertise but also opens doors to global opportunities in both in-person and online coaching.
IQF LEVEL 4
100% ONLINE
ABILITY TO BE INSURED AS A PRACTITIONER
COMPREHENSIVE SYLLABUS
128 TOTAL LEARNING HOURS
INTERNATIONALLY ACCREDITED
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Why are IUSCA courses and qualifications right for me?Our IUSCA courses and qualifications offer something for everyone. No matter what your role or level of experience within sport science/S&C, you will find an appropriate course or qualification. This includes entry level certifications, such as the Level 2 in Strength and Conditioning, which is the required minimum standard to work in most industry settings, right through to full Accreditation and Master Accreditation, which is appropriate for those with extensive experience within the profession. There is also a range of professional development courses (CPD) covering key topics within S&C, which will help you remain at the top of your profession.
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What do the IQF Levels relate to? How can I know the equivalent in my country?The IQF, or International Qualification Framework is a global classification system to standardise courses, qualifications and levels of education throughout the S&C profession. This enables equivalences to be determined between awarding bodies and countries. All of our courses and certifications are internationally accredited.
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Who designed the course content?All course content has been designed by experts within the field of S&C, sport science, or the relevent course discipline. Qualificaiton standards have been developed in collaboration with the IQF and the IUSCA Advisory Board. Specific courses may also feature expert live tutorial, such as the Training for Hypertophy in Sport course, which has live delivery by Brad Schoenfeld.
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Are these courses live, online/in-person, or on-demand?"Our range of courses and qualifications are offered through a combination of live, online, in-person, on-demand etc. These details are specified within the individual course information pages.
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We would like to deliver these courses within our organisation for our staff. Is this possible?Yes, it is possible to deliver these as part of your organisational required courses. Please contact us for further information at info@iusca.org
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How long will I have access to the material?You will have lifetime access to the course material, including all future updates.
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Are live sessions recorded?Yes, all live sessions will be recorded, meaning that you can catch up 'on-demand' if you require.
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Are the courses accredited?Yes, our courses are internationally accredited and regulated on the International Qualification Framework (IQF). This ensures global portability of your certification.
Dies hat mir wirklich geholfen, mein Selbstvertrauen und meine Coaching-Fähigkeiten zu entwickeln. So viele praktische Erfahrungen bekommt man an der Uni nicht, aber das hat mich so viel gelehrt.
Bea, Praktikum in New York
Bonus Content
For a limited time only, when you register for our Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning, you will also receive the following great benefits:
FREE ACCESS TO IUSCA VIDEO (including over 20 hours of content from leaders in the field such as Brad Schoenfeld, Derek Hansen, Greg Lehman, Ron McKeefery, Lorena Torres, and many more...
FREE LIVE WEBINARS
FREE IUSCA T-SHIRT or CAP
Matt, Praktikum an der University of North Carolina
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Why are IUSCA courses and qualifications right for me?Our IUSCA courses and qualifications offer something for everyone. No matter what your role or level of experience within sport science/S&C, you will find an appropriate course or qualification. This includes entry level certifications, such as the Level 2 in Strength and Conditioning, which is the required minimum standard to work in most industry settings, right through to full Accreditation and Master Accreditation, which is appropriate for those with extensive experience within the profession. There is also a range of professional development courses (CPD) covering key topics within S&C, which will help you remain at the top of your profession.
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What do the IQF Levels relate to? How can I know the equivalent in my country?The IQF, or International Qualification Framework is a global classification system to standardise courses, qualifications and levels of education throughout the S&C profession. This enables equivalences to be determined between awarding bodies and countries. All of our courses and certifications are internationally accredited.
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Who designed the course content?All course content has been designed by experts within the field of S&C, sport science, or the relevent course discipline. Qualificaiton standards have been developed in collaboration with the IQF and the IUSCA Advisory Board. Specific courses may also feature expert live tutorial, such as the Training for Hypertophy in Sport course, which has live delivery by Brad Schoenfeld.
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Are these courses live, online/in-person, or on-demand?"Our range of courses and qualifications are offered through a combination of live, online, in-person, on-demand etc. These details are specified within the individual course information pages.
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We would like to deliver these courses within our organisation for our staff. Is this possible?Yes, it is possible to deliver these as part of your organisational required courses. Please contact us for further information at info@iusca.org
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How long will I have access to the material?You will have lifetime access to the course material, including all future updates.
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Are live sessions recorded?Yes, all live sessions will be recorded, meaning that you can catch up 'on-demand' if you require.
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Are the courses accredited?Yes, our courses are internationally accredited and regulated on the International Qualification Framework (IQF). This ensures global portability of your certification.
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