The Coaching Education emphasis is an online program designed for experienced coaches seeking to improve their knowledge and skill base as well as for individuals preparing to enter the coaching field. The program is designed to be completed in four semesters. The program offers totally online courses in performance enhancement, coaching administration, athletic training, and coaching effectiveness. The curriculum follows National Coaching Standards for Level 5 Coaching Status.

Admission Requirements - Regular

• Completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 (4.0 scale).
• Minimum score of 400 on the GRE Verbal section plus submission of scores for the:
• Quantitative and Analytical sections of the GRE taken prior to October 1, 2002, OR
• Quantitative and Analytical Writing sections of the GRE taken after October 1, 2002.
• A full vitae or resume that includes the following: a) Work history, b) Professional experiences, c) Membership and participation in professional organizations, d) Other experiences related to the academic program, and e) Contact information for a minimum of three references.

Admission Requirements - Provisional

• Completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.50 (4.0 scale).
• Minimum score of 350 on the GRE Verbal section plus submission of scores for the:
• Quantitative and Analytical Writing sections of the GRE taken after October 1, 2002, OR
• Quantitative and Analytical sections of the GRE taken prior to October 1, 2002.
• A full vitae or resume that includes the following: a) Work history, b) Professional experiences, c) Membership and participation in professional organizations, d) Other experiences related to the academic program, and e) Contact information for a minimum of three references.

This program is a cohort centered program. Each Summer Session (May), a cohort of coaches begin their program. We do not accept students to begin the program for the Fall or the Spring semesters. The following chart describes the program of study for a Georgia Southern coaching education student:
Summer 1 A Research Methods and Psychology Of Peak Performance
Summer 1 B Data Analysis and Team Dynamics
Fall 1 Injury Prevention, Teaching Analysis and Practicum
Spring 1 Admin In Coaching and Practicum
Summer 2 A Issues In Coaching and Sports Biomechanics
Summer 2 B Issues In Sport Psychology and Sports Physiology

6 credits can be transferred into a student's program of study.

http://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/future_students/dates.html

This course qualifies under the special E-Rate tuition, which is $350 per credit hour.

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Contact
Dr. Daniel R. Czech (Graduate Program Director in Health and Kinesiology
Dr. Drew Zwald (Coaching Education Coordinator)