Graduate Certificate in Sport Coaching
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Graduate Certificate in Sport Coaching at a Glance
Delve into the world of sport coaching with Tulane School of Professional Advancement’s graduate certificate program. With this fully online series of courses guided by experienced instructors, students can pursue their academic goals while tapping into what it takes to succeed in the fast-paced sports industry. You can maximize your professional potential in the coaching realm on your own schedule.
TIME
Earn your graduate certificate in just four courses or 12 credit hours.
FACULTY
Nationally recognized faculty who practice what they teach and help you succeed beyond the classroom.
LOCATION
Flexible online courses that match your schedule. Accelerate your career without putting your life on pause.
BENEFITS
Course credit for experience and 20% tuition discounts available.
ADMISSIONS
Rolling admissions. No test scores. No recommendations. Four start dates. We make the admission process easy.
Sport Coaching Certificate Requirements
Our certificate program includes courses in the psychology, physicality, and other disciplines within the coaching profession.
Upgrade to a Master's in Sport Studies
As a 100% online program, SoPA’s Sport Coaching graduate certificate focuses on the fundamentals of this discipline while propelling students toward their MS in Sports Studies. This certificate can be "stacked" with the Sport Security or Sport Administration certificates, alongside two core classes, to be applied toward a master's degree. If you’d like to apply your certificate toward an MS in Sports Studies, simply contact the program director for further guidance. Learn more about applying to Tulane SoPA and the different career pathways you can explore by visiting our YouTube playlist.
Faculty Who Practice What They Teach
Our kinesiology faculty are outstanding practitioners in the field who share their expertise and experience with our students.
SoPA Faculty Feature
“I love teaching Motor Learning. It is a required course for Exercise Science students. Motor Learning is the basis of everything we do in life. It is the study of how we learn and acquire skills so it really is the basis of how we are able to operate in the world.”
Lanie Dornier, Ph.D.
Kinesiology Program Director
SoPA Student Spotlight
“What I enjoyed most about being a SoPA student was the encouragement and patience of the professors as well as the flexibility of the online classes. I’m extremely grateful for that experience and the opportunity to earn my master’s degree at a manageable pace.”
Doshia Woods
Tulane SoPA class of 2020
Your Future in Sports
SoPA’s MS in Sport Studies empowers you to learn from professionals across the sports industry and apply the skills learned in the classroom to the field, court, or arena. There’s more to athletics than just knowing the game; you’ll pick up real-world knowledge and skills long before you receive your degree. Whether your goal is to train athletes, oversee facilities, fulfill an administrative role, or map out the next step in your career, we’ll help you get there.
Learn at Your Own Pace
When you continue your studies at SoPA, you’re in charge of your schedule. The certificate program is 100% online, as are all Sport Studies courses. No matter your preferred pace, you can work toward your studies as you choose.
Tulane School of Professional Advancement is dedicated to helping students go above and beyond in both their academic and professional careers. If you want to take the next step toward a career in coaching, request more information today to learn more about the unique advantages of our graduate certificate program.
Admissions Deadlines
Spring Semester
Summer Session I
Summer Session II
Fall Semester
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