Degree
Minor in CoachingContact
Katie Hawke, M.S.
Clinical Professor, Department of Exercise and Sport Performance
khawke@une.edu
Paul Visich, Ph.D., M.P.H., ACSM C-CEP
Chair, Department of Exercise and Sport Performance
pvisich@une.edu
Minor Description
The athletic coaching minor is open to any undergraduate student at the SWAGÊÓƵ. The minor is offered through the Westbrook College of Health Professions and is directly administered through the Department of Exercise and Sports Performance.
The minor is interdisciplinary in nature and draws from courses from the Department of Sport Management and School of Education.
The minor provides a comprehensive and meaningful academic program for students wishing to pursue coaching at the youth and college level. The minor provides expert knowledge following the eight (8) domains from the National Standards for Sports Coaches: Philosophy and Ethics, Safety and Injury Prevention, Physical Conditioning, Growth and Development, Teaching and Communication, Sport Skills and Tactics, Organization and Administration, and Evaluation.
Curricular Requirements
| Program Required Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| EXS 205 – Sports Physiology or EXS 320 – Exercise Physiology** | 3 |
| EXS 312 – Foundations in Coaching | 3 |
| EXS 360 – Coaching Practicum* | 3 |
| SLM 340 – Athletic and Sport Administration*** (formerly SPT 340) | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 |
| Select Two (2) Courses Below | Credits |
|---|---|
| ATC 101 – Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries | 3 |
| ATC 306/PSY 345 – Sport and Exercise Psychology | 3 |
| EDU 202 – Curriculum and Assessment | 3 |
| EXS 180 – Motor Learning and Performance | 3 |
| EXS 310 – Biomechanics and Kinesiology | 3 |
| EXS 315 – Training the Endurance Athlete | 3 |
| EXS 322 – Metabolism/Bioenergetics and Sport Nutrition | 3 |
| EXS 340 – Strength and Conditioning | 3 |
| SLM 250 – Sport and Recreational Finance Management (formerly SRM 350) | 3 |
| SLM 330 – Sport Governance (formerly SPT 330) | 3 |
| SLM 360 – Leadership (formerly SRM 360) | 3 |
| SPE 220 – Exceptionality in the Classroom | 3 |
| Total Credits | 6 |
| Minimum Total Required Credits | 18 |
|---|
*Prerequisite EXS 312 and successful completion of coaching certification, CPR, and First Aid
**Prerequisite – four (4) credit Laboratory Science course
***A course substitution is allowed per permission of the Coordinator of the Coaching Minor
Students are required to earn a minimum grade of a "C" in all courses with an ATC or EXS prefix. Students are only able to retake a course one (1) time.
Students are required to pass a coaching certification and complete CPR and First Aid prior to taking the Coaching Practicum.
Transfer Credit
Courses completed at another accredited college can be transferred to this degree program. Transferred courses must be reasonably close in scope and content to the required courses offered at SWAGÊÓƵ in order to count as exact equivalents. Otherwise, they may transfer as general electives.
All courses completed must be no older than five (5) years.
Other restrictions apply. See Undergraduate Admissions for more information.
Admissions
See Undergraduate Admissions for more information.
Financial Information
TUITION AND FEES
Tuition and fees for subsequent years may vary. Other expenses include books and housing. For more information regarding tuition and fees, please consult the Financial Information section of this catalog.
Notice and Responsibilities Regarding this Catalog
This catalog outlines the academic programs, degree criteria, policies, and events of the SWAGÊÓƵ for the 2024–2025 academic year and serves as the official guide for academic and program requirements for students enrolling at the University during the Summer of 2024, Fall 2024, and Spring 2025 semesters.
The information provided is accurate as of its publication date on April 26, 2024.
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