Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services
Department of Kinesiology and Health Science
The Certificate of Proficiency in Coaching at Utah State University is a comprehensive program designed to provide aspiring coaches with a robust foundation in various aspects of coaching and sports management. This 17-credit certificate program is structured to offer both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for successful coaching careers.
The curriculum is carefully curated to cover key areas in coaching, including first aid, fitness training, sports regulations, athletic injury management, motor learning, administration and management in physical education, and motivation strategies. The program combines classroom learning with hands-on experiences, ensuring that students are well-prepared to meet the diverse challenges of coaching roles in educational institutions, sports centers, or private sports organizations.
The Certificate of Proficiency is available to all majors.
- Cumulative Number of Required Credits: 17
- Cumulative Minimum GPA for Graduation: 2.0 GPA
- Courses may not be taken on a pass/fail basis except for those courses which are only taught pass/fail
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