Coaching Minor

Athletic Coaching Minor

This minor prepares students for coaching positions in Minnesota and other states.  For further information, contact the Department of Human Performance.

Required for Minor

• HP 340 – Prevention and Care (2)
• HP 372 - Exercise Science for Coaches (3)
• HP 451 – Principles of Coaching (3)
• HP 462 – Sports Administration (2)
• HP 470 – Psychology of Coaching (3)
• HP 482 - Coaching Practicum (1)
• HLTH 210 - First Aid and CPR (3)

Required Electives - Choose two of the following courses (2 credits)

• HP 301- Swimming Theory
• HP 302- Wrestling Theory
• HP 303- Volleyball Theory
• HP 304- Track & Field Theory
• HP 305- Baseball Theory
• HP 306- Football Theory
• HP 308- Hockey Coaching Theory
• HP 309- Basketball Coaching Theory
• HP 310- Softball Theory
• HP 311- Cross Country Theory
• HP 316- Tennis Theory
• HP 317- Golf Coaching Theory
• HP 318- Soccer Theory
  

 

* Students wanting to take these theory courses will need to see the instructor for permission to register.

Prerequisites: Coaching Theory in sport wanting practicum or member of an intercollegiate team for 2 years in sport wanting practicum and First Aid and Athletic Training.

Note: A practicum student must participate as a coach in a school situation for the full sport season.

Application Deadlines

• Fall Sports – April 1
• Winter Sports – September 1
• Spring Sports – December 1.

For Further Information, Contact:

Dr. Gary Rushing