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Coaching Certificate Program

This 18-credit program is designed to prepare interested enrollees to handle certain coaching responsibilities in schools and recreational programs.

The curriculum includes an introduction to the organization and administration of athletics as well as practical work in assisting coaches in selected sports.

Instruction is also given in the prevention and care of some of the most common injuries that occur in athletic programs.

[coaching certificate]

A certificate of accomplishment will be presented to enrollees completing the core courses, elective sports courses and participation in selected sports clinics or mentor study.

In addition, the proper notation will be made on the student's official transcript indicating proficiency in the area of athletic coaching as determined by the Certificate Program.

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