Coaching, Bachelor of Science
| REQUIRED MAJOR HOURS |
39 |
| REQUIRED MINOR HOURS |
NONE |
| TOTAL PROGRAM HOURS |
39 |
| PRESCRIBED COURSES ATTAINABLE IN GEN ED: BIOL 101* AND HLED 221 |
*BIOL 101 Human Biology is a prerequisite for PHED 407 Scientific Principles for Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy.
Mission Statement
The focus of the Sport Education program is on developing the knowledge and skills needed to become successful sport instructors and coaches.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will apply FITT principles in the development of a training plan;
- Students will demonstrate proficient performance in a variety of sport skills;
- Students will evaluate the performance of others in a psychomotor domain;
- Students will identify/perform effective teaching/coaching techniques in an authentic setting;
- Students will present strategies for the inclusion of the disabled in sport settings; and
- Students will demonstrate the skills of First Aid, CPR, and AED.
Program Requirements
Required Major Hours (39 hours)
| PHED 211 | Introduction to Health, Sport, and Physical Education | 3 |
| PHED 235 | Motor Learning | 3 |
| PHED 336 | Theory and Techniques of Coaching | 3 |
| PHED 341 | Theory and Techniques of Team Sports | 3 |
| PHED 342 | Theory and Techniques of Individual and Dual Sports | 3 |
| PHED 401 | Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity | 3 |
| PHED 402 | Physical Education for Diverse Populations | 3 |
| PHED 407 | Scientific Principles for Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy | 3 |
| PHED 408 | Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Athletics | 3 |
| PHED 409 | Assessment in Physical and Health Education | 3 |
| HLED 323 | First Aid and Injury Care | 3 |
| SPED 450 | Practical Experience in Sport Instruction | 3 |
| PHED 346 | Biomechanics for Physical Education | 3 |
SPED 450 Practical Experience in Sport Instruction cannot be taken until the final semester of program coursework.
Total Credit Hours: 39
Additional Requirements for Transfer Majors
All department majors, including those transferring under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement, must complete HLED 221 Dimensions of Personal Health as part of the General Education curriculum.