Overview
The Coaching Certificate program focuses on enhancing the leadership skills of not only the coach but the athlete as well. Courses emphasize practical topics that foster successful coaching strategies at any level. This specialization is designed for those interested in athletic coaching opportunities, while also offering professional development for existing coaches, through an exploration of current, sports-relevant topics. Students have an opportunity to apply their interests and abilities in a variety of courses. The curriculum is designed to develop a working knowledge of the skills needed to coach successfully and to facilitate a transfer to a four-year college or university program. This program is financial aid eligible.
Coaching Certificate
FIRST YEAR
| Course Number | Course Title | CL | LAB | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester | ||||
| ENGL 120C | Communications | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HLTH 150C | Introduction to Personal Wellness | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| PHIL 242C | Contemporary Ethical Issues | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 7 | ||||
| Spring Semester | ||||
| BIOL 129C | Introduction to Sports Nutrition | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HLTH 120C | Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| HLTH 125C | Coaching Principles I | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 10 | ||||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 17 | |||
| CL – Number of lecture/classroom hours per week for the course LAB – Number of simulation laboratory, laboratory or clinical hours per week for the course CR – Number of credit hours for the course | ||||
Health Sciences and Services21 Credits Required
of students qualify for financial aid
