Sport Coaching, Undergraduate Certificate

Available: Online

The Undergraduate Certificate in Sport Coaching will provide foundational knowledge for students who are Kinesiology and Education Double Majors or any education double majors who intend to become teachers and coaches in the K-12 setting. This certificate can also be selected by students who intend to coach at the collegiate level or outside of the K-12 setting. Further, the certificate program will allow current coaches or individuals who are post-baccalaureate to receive formal coach education.

Students completing this certificate will be able to:

  • Develop and implement a clear coaching philosophy.
  • Identify age-appropriate developmental practices in multiple sport settings.
  • Demonstrate the ability to apply kinetic principles in multiple sport settings through their season planning as well as task analysis knowledge.
  • Apply coaching theory to all aspects of the coaching profession including interpersonal and intrapersonal skills.

Through this program, students will develop their own leadership style, coaching style, and learn coaching theory and ethical decision.

NOTE: A student may only enroll in and be awarded either the Undergraduate Certificate in Sport Coaching or the Minor in Sport Coaching but not both.

Program Breakdown

Brief breakdown of the type, or types, of degree available, their length, available enrollment, and estimated cost.
Category Summary
Length 19 Credit Hours
Required Courses Undergraduate Certificate
Enrollment Fall, Spring, Summer
Tuition/Costs Rates Per Semester

Current SHSU Students

Current students have an opportunity to gain a valuable certificate upon completion of the courses.

To enroll, schedule an appointment or virtual drop-in with your advisor as soon as possible and let them know you would like to apply for this certificate program.

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