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Graduate Certificate in Applied Sport Science in Coaching at West Virginia University

West Virginia University, United States

Programme overview

The Applied Sport Science in Coaching certificate (CG72) gives coaches a toolkit covering coaching techniques, professional development, evidence-based training theory, motor behavior, movement analysis and strength and conditioning methods.

Duration: 12 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Morgantown, WV, United States

What you will study

12 credit hours: The Sport Coaching Profession (ACE 508), Applied Professional Development (ACE 585) and two of Training Theories for Coaches, Motor Behavior for Sport Coaches, Sport Movement Analysis, Strength and Conditioning Methods for Coaches, or Current Issues and Applications in Sport Management. A 2.75 cumulative GPA and C- or better in each required class are needed.

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Entry requirements

University-wide graduate admission (WVU): a baccalaureate, graduate or professional degree from a regionally accredited institution (or an approved international institution); an undergraduate or graduate GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale for regular admission, with provisional admission possible below that for domestic applicants; international applicants must meet WVU English language proficiency requirements and cannot be admitted provisionally.

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Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 12 credit hours

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