2023-2024 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog
Sport Coaching Undergraduate Certificate
The certificate in sport coaching provides prospective coaches with theoretical knowledge and practical experiences in accordance with the National Standards for Sport Coaches. The focused coursework stresses the importance of developing an athlete-centered coaching philosophy and a scientifically based understanding of current issues in sports medicine, motor learning, and coaching theory. Students completing the certificate in sport coaching will have a record of this accomplishment on their academic transcript.
Requirements
The following courses are required:
- MOV 201 - Psychosocial Aspects of Physical Education and Sport (3 credits)
- ATH 217 - Modern Principles of Athletic Training (2 credits)
- SPM 355 - Contemporary Concepts of Coaching (3 credits)
- SPM 360 - Practicum in Sport Coaching (3 credits)