Coaching certificate
The sports coaching certificate program is ideal for students who wish to coach (or are currently coaching) youth, club, high school or college sports. This program provides a general theoretical basis for the many areas of knowledge needed for coaching.
Certificate requirements/course catalog
For the sports coaching certificate programs, see the University catalog for course offerings and requirements.
Related major programs
The sports coaching certificate is a campus-wide program, open to all undergraduate students, regardless of college or major. Students in the following majors may find this minor particularly relevant:
- Education/teacher licensure programs
- Kinesiology
- Sport management
- Youth studies
How to apply
Become a sports coaching certificate student
Current undergraduate students may pursue the certificate. It is not possible to graduate with both the sports coaching minor and the certificate. Graduate students may apply for the certificate if they are not pursuing a degree in a similar discipline.
Application instructions
To apply, submit the application form.
The deadlines are:
- Fall: August 1
- Spring: December 15
- Summer: April 15