This program is offered in-person or online.
Objectives
The minor in sport coaching is designed to develop the skills, knowledge and leadership qualities necessary to become an effective coach at the youth and interscholastic levels. Focus will be on content knowledge, teaching and communication of skills and tactics, developing a sound coaching philosophy, safe and appropriate practice in a physically active environment and qualities for successful leadership.
Competencies, Knowledge or Skills to be Achieved
The minor in sport coaching provides students in all majors the opportunity to pursue their interest in coaching, sport and working with youth in a physically active environment. Students will gain knowledge of how skilled performance is learned and how technology can be used to improve performance in a variety of sports. Students will be able to demonstrate and explain a variety of sport skills and tactics, develop practice plans and apply principles and techniques of strength and conditioning.
Structure of the Minor
Required Courses: (12 credit hours)
- EXSC 200 Motor Learning and Motor Development
- PHED 201 Introduction to PE and Coaching
- PHED 350 Advanced Performance and Athlete Development Indy and Dual Sports
- PHED 335 Advanced Performance and Athlete Development Part 2 – Team Sports
Choose one elective from the list below:
- HLED 401 Nutrition
- EXSC 202 Care and Prevention of Athletes
- EXSC 315 Strength and Conditioning I
Total Credit Hours Required: 15, at least 9 of which must be completed at The Citadel