Sport Coaching, MS

The Master of Science in Sport Coaching is an online program designed to assist sport coaches in the acquisition of the knowledge and skills critical for athlete development and team performance. This program is intended for individuals who either coach, or aspire to coach, at the youth, scholastic, or collegiate levels. The program’s curriculum focuses on the theoretical and practical components associated with the responsibilities of the sport coach, with an emphasis on an athlete-centered approach. Program faculty are coach-scholars who have decades of experience both in coaching positions, and as coach educators.

Program Learner Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Develop and promote a coaching philosophy that results from a critically self-reflective practice.
• Research, analyze, and formulate perspectives on critical issues in the field of sport coaching.
• Develop strategies for player development using proven sport pedagogies.
• Differentiate leadership styles and use ethical considerations in the management of athletes and programs.
• Analyze, modify, and implement strength and conditioning programs for competitive sport teams.
• Apply and integrate fundamental practices of sport psychology to assist athletes with performance enhancement.
• Evaluate and develop strategies for minimizing liability and risk associated with participation in competitive sport.