Theory of Coaching

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3 cr. hrs.; 3 lecture hours; 0 lab hours per week. This course is a comprehensive introduction to the coaching profession. Emphasis is placed on sport at the high school and interscholastic levels. Motivation of athletes, coaching philosophy, ethical and legal compliance, and practice, contest, and seasonal preparation will be covered. During the course students will have the option to complete the Human Kinetics American Sport Education Program exam to become certified to coach at secondary level educational institutions in Illinois through the IHSA at no extra cost. This course is intended to develop and enhance students’ knowledge and understanding of concepts and techniques of coaching and their application to achieving important objectives in working with athletes.