Title

HPER2502 - Foundations of Sports Officiating

Description

Description

This course is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of overall responsibilities and career trajectories of sports officials. Students study the concepts of game management, conflict resolution and officiating styles, and develop an officiating philosophy that can be applied to all ages and skill levels. Students taking this course are introduced to how an official should interact with coaches, players and spectators.
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Credits

2 (2/0/0)

Competencies

  1. List the roles and responsibilities of officials for youth, high school and college athletic contests.
  2. Develop an officiating philosophy that can be applied to all ages and skill levels.
  3. Discuss the psychological and potential mental health issues related to officiating.
  4. Review best practice and conflict management when dealing with coaches, student athletes and parents.
  5. Develop a general knowledge of various sports rules, interpretation of rules and implementation of those rules.
  6. Demonstrate a knowledge of how to attain proper certification for officiating various high school and college sports.