Coaching (COAC) - Minor

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22-23 credits

2.0 GPA required.

C grade or better required in minor courses.

The Coaching Minor is open to students from all majors. Those interested in coaching sports in interscholastic and youth programs are highly encouraged to consider this minor. Those who complete the minor will gain coaching competencies in at least two sport areas.

Required Courses (20-21 credits)

PESS 235 - Principles of Coaching (3 credits)
PESS 280 - Psychology of Physical Activity and Sport (3 credits)
PESS 300 - Motor Learning and Development (3 credits) (waived for PE majors)
PESS 402 - Organization and Administration of Sport (3 credits)
PESS 406 - Coaching Practicum (3 credits)

Choose one (3-4 credits)

PESS 251 - Sports Science (3 credits)
△ HERS 340 - Physiology of Exercise (4 credits)

Choose one (2 credits)

PESS 214 - First Aid and CPR (2 credits)
PESS 314 - CPR/AED & First Aid Instructor (2 credits)

Electives (2 credits)

PESS 304 - Techniques of Coaching Football (1 credit)
PESS 305 - Techniques of Coaching Basketball (1 credit)
PESS 306 - Techniques of Coaching Track/Field & Cross Country (1 credit)
PESS 307 - Techniques of Coaching Baseball & Softball (1 credit)
PESS 322 - Techniques of Coaching Soccer (1 credit)
PESS 328 - Techniques of Coaching Volleyball (1 credit)

Additional Considerations

Coaching practicum minimum prerequisites: PESS 235 - Principles of Coaching and current CPR/First Aid certification. Students requesting to take the PESS 406 - Coaching Practicum must receive blue card approval from the PESS department chair or the Sport Coaching minor director.
Academic Requirements: Evidence of current CPR/First Aid certification required prior to the practicum. This can be met if students currently possess a certified CPR/First Aid card or has completed PESS 214 - First Aid and CPR or PESS 314 - CPR/AED & First Aid Instructor . Advanced certifications will be considered upon documentation from an accredited organization.

Course(s) Unique to Minor

WSU policy requires a minor contain at least one course unique to the minor and not used in major or additional requirements. See Degree Audit for details.

Legend

◎ = Oral Intensive

◆ = Math/Critical Analysis Intensive

△ = Writing Intensive

✽ = Physical Development and Wellness Graduation Requirement