This four-course certificate program will equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to coach student athletes effectively at the middle-and high-school level.  Students will learn by taking face to face class, but also by engaging in an extensive practicum experience.  The program is committed to the NCAA Division II Athletic Program and three pillars of successful coaching and athletic leadership:  unwavering culture of compliance, comprehensive student-athlete preparedness and dedication to championship mindset.

The certificate includes the following, required coursework, totaling 12 semester hours*:

CA 301 Introduction to Coaching

CA 302 Coaching Operations

CA 303 Mentoring, Leading, and Motivating

CA 304 Directing Athletics

*Permission from Dean of College of Innovation and Design or Coaching Academy Program Coordinator required for registration

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