This degree has two concentrations: coaching and sport administration. Ideally, you should choose your concentration area before you apply to the program, but there is some flexibility once you have begun the program. Concentration requirements with course numbers are listed below; full course descriptions can be found on the Courses page.
We offer two fully online graduate certificate programs designed for current or future sport practitioners. A graduate certificate is a viable stand-alone credential but is also an ideal add-on to a master’s degree program in teaching, educational administration, counseling, and other fields. These programs provide an opportunity for students to explore the concentration areas within the SCLA program without committing to the full curriculum.
The Coaching concentration is best suited to a student seeking to gain knowledge and skills related to the practices of coaching athletes at all levels.
Required courses (6 credits) KIN 872 (in first semester), KIN 852, and KIN 896
Selectives (15 credits) Physical cognate (2 courses): select from KIN 829, KIN 856, KIN 865, or KIN 868 Psychosocial cognate (2 courses): select from KIN 846, KIN 849, KIN 855, or KIN 857 Administration cognate (1 course) – select from KIN 851, KIN 853, or KIN 854
Electives (6 credits) Choose 1 additional course from either the physical or psychosocial cognate + choose 1 elective course (consult with your advisor first)
Practicum or Internship (3 credits) Choose KIN 880 (Practicum) which is strongly recommended, or KIN 893 (Internship) which is appropriate in some cases.
Looking to improve your coaching skills without committing to a full master’s degree? Our fully online 10-credit graduate certificate in sport science helps coaches at all levels develop essential coaching techniques and sport science knowledge. Whether you’re a high-performance coach, teacher, or youth sports coach, this flexible coaching certification program provides the skills needed to advance your career.
The Sport Administration concentration is best suited to a student seeking to gain knowledge and skills related to administrative practices at all levels (for instance, scholastic athletic directors, or employees of collegiate athletic departments).
Required courses (18 credits) KIN 872 (in first semester), KIN 849, KIN 852, and KIN 896 (9 credits)
All courses from the Administration cognate (9 credits): KIN 851, KIN 853, and KIN 854
Selectives (6 credits) Physical cognate (1 course): select from KIN 829, KIN 856, KIN 865, or KIN 868 Psychosocial cognate (1 course): select from KIN 846, KIN 849, KIN 855, or KIN 857
Elective (3 credits) Choose 1 elective course (consult with your advisor first)
Internship or Practicum (3 credits) Choose KIN 893 (Internship) which is strongly recommended, or KIN 880 (Practicum) which is appropriate in some cases.
Looking to grow your skills in sports administration and leadership without committing to a full master’s degree? Our fully online graduate certificate in Sport Leadership and Administration is designed for professionals seeking expertise in sports management, leadership, and administrative practices.
Taught by industry experts, our courses provide the latest evidence-based principles in kinesiology, sport science, leadership, and management. This program equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate today’s evolving sports industry and prepare for future challenges.
Start building your expertise in sports leadership and take the next step in your career today!