Title
Coaching
About this program
About this program
The Coaching Certificate provides foundational knowledge and applied skills in coaching principles, leadership, communication, sport psychology, injury prevention and athlete safety. It emphasizes ethical coaching practices, athlete development and effective instructional strategies while promoting safe and inclusive sport environments. Coursework integrates practical coaching applications with an understanding of physical training, injury prevention and emergency response.
Certificate - 16 credits
Program outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of effective coaching philosophies, instructional strategies, and athlete development appropriate for youth, scholastic or recreational sport settings.
- Apply basic injury prevention strategies, risk management principles and emergency response procedures, including CPR and first aid, in sport and physical activity environments.
- Utilize positive communication, motivation techniques and leadership behaviors to support individual and team development.
- Apply basic sport psychology principles to enhance motivation, confidence, focus and overall athlete well-being.
- Demonstrate ethical decision-making, professionalism and responsibility consistent with coaching standards and expectations.
- Apply coaching practices that support diversity, inclusion and positive participation experiences for athletes of varying abilities and backgrounds.
Accreditation
Minnesota State Community and Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
The Higher Learning Commission
230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500
Chicago, IL 60604-1411
http://www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org
Phone: 312.263.0456 / 800.621.7440