HPHE 6350 - Principles and Practices of Effective Coaching

This course addresses the broad scope of principles and pedagogical practices necessary for coaches in meeting their responsibilities in youth sports. The eight domains of the National Standards for Athletic Coaches provide a basis for class structure and evaluation. The course serves to prepare the coach to fulfill his or her responsibilities through skillful problem solving and enhanced pedagogical knowledge, but to also understand and utilize purposeful reflection in professional development.

Note: Open to graduate students only.

Credits: 3 hours