Become a Certified L4 S+C Coach

The next qualification for serious PTs

Become a Certified Strength and Conditioning coach with the Level 4 Certification in Strength and Conditioning.

This Blended Learning course will give you access to our online learning platform to complete our video lectures and online learning content ahead of the practical workshops.

This course will enable Qualified L3 Personal trainers to design periodised strength and conditioning programmes to help your athletes, clients and teams excel.

Course benefits

Practical learning days

Hands on practical coaching with Chris McBride (StrengthCoachNI, MSc Strength and Conditioning)

Flexible online learning

Study via our online a platform in your own time from the day you book your place

One to one support

Get 1 to 1 tutor support throughout your course for anything you need

Course Overview

Location: Gain Forth Barbell Club Belfast. 

Next practical workshops: 12th and 26th June 2026. Fridays 10am-4pm both days. 

Practical assessment days can be arranged one to one with your tutor on a later date (Flexible)

Level 3 Personal Trainer Certification required for direct entry. If you do not have a Level 3 Personal Training qualification you can combine this course with our Level 3 Personal Training course - SEE HERE

Start today via our online learning platform

  • Online video lectures, reading content and Free NSCA Textbook
  • Online coursework
  • One to one tutor support
  • Practical workshops 
  • Practical assessment

 Focus Award Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning - OFQUAL Approved

Level 4 Award in Strength and Conditioning 1

FREE TEXTBOOK INCLUDED

All students will get a Free digital copy of the NSCA Essentials of strength training and conditioning textbook worth £80+

What you'll learn

  1. Biomechanical, physiological and psychological factors affecting strength and conditioning for sports performance
  2. Programming strength and conditioning activities for sports performance
  3. Delivering strength and conditioning for sports performance

(You are not required to complete all of this content as it goes above and beyond what you need to compelte the assignemnts. However, you have lifetime access so you can continue studying the additional materials once you complete our course)

Part I – Exercise Sciences (Chapters 1–8)

  • Structure and Function of Body Systems
  • Biomechanics of Resistance Exercise
  • Bioenergetics of Exercise and Training
  • Endocrine Responses to Resistance Exercise
  • Adaptations to Anaerobic Training Programs
  • Adaptations to Aerobic Endurance Training Programs
  • Age‑ and Sex‑Related Differences and Their Implications for Resistance Exercise
  • Psychology of Athletic Preparation and Performance

Part II – Nutrition & Testing

  • Basic Nutrition Factors in Health
  • Nutrition Strategies for Maximising Performance
  • Performance‑Enhancing Substances and Methods
  • Principles of Test Selection and Administration
  • Administration, Scoring, and Interpretation of Selected Tests
  • Warm‑Up and Flexibility Training

Part III – Exercise Techniques & Program Design

  • Exercise Technique for Free‑Weight and Machine Training
  • Exercise Technique for Alternative Modes and Nontraditional Implement Training

Part IV – Program Design & Training Modalities

  • Program Design for Resistance Training
  • Program Design and Technique for Plyometric Training
  • Program Design and Technique for Speed and Agility Training
  • Program Design and Technique for Aerobic Endurance Training
  • Periodisation

Part V – Rehabilitation, Facilities & Policy

  • Rehabilitation and Reconditioning
  • Facility Design, Layout, and Organisation
  • Facility Policies, Procedures, and Legal Issues
  • Clients screening and needs analysis
  • Program design and periodisation for athletic/sports performance
  • Fitness, Strength, Agility, Speed testing and development
  • Athletic performance coaching and Development

Course Enrolment

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Course Fee

Original price was: £949.00.Current price is: £800.00.

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Student Testimonials

See what our course graduates have to say

After completing my degree in sport and exercise science last year I was ready to take on the challenge and learn more about strength and conditioning. The L4 S+C course provided by Uni Learning is challenging but highly rewarding. The tutors are highly knowledgeable and has provided an excellent insight into the practical application of strength and conditioning. The practical sessions were very interesting, informative and great for skill development. Also, in the future I plan on gaining UKSCA accreditation and this course has put me in an excellent place to do so. Overall, I highly recommend Uni Learning. The tutors I have worked with have all been incredibly professional, knowledgeable and friendly. I have thoroughly enjoyed all the courses I have completed with Uni Learning and will definitely use them again for further CPD."

Rachel Taggart RT Sports Performance
Level 4 Award in Strength and Conditioning 2

“The blended learning method of completing courses is a great way to cover things at your own pace. If you already have a job and want to balance qualifications, you can jump in and out of the work you submit as part of your course, which makes things really easy to keep on top of.”

Ethan Savage Savage Strength
Level 4 Award in Strength and Conditioning 3

Being a Level 4 S&C Coach on top of my other qualifications will add real value to McNally Fitness and our members! This course further developed my knowledge and skills to help advance our members in their training. This is in relation to injury prevention, cardiovascular endurance, strength training, speed development, agility, plyometric training, testing and so much more!!! It also provides me with the opportunity to work closely with elite athletes in preparing them for competition, something I’m really excited about in the future! 🥇 It was an extremely in-depth course but I’m a fitness geek and I loved every bit of it!!

Colin McNally McNally Fitness
Level 4 Award in Strength and Conditioning 4

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