COA - Coaching

COA 205  Introduction to Coaching: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(F, Sp, Su) Introductory coaching course which will cover basic information from the beginning level in the American Coach Effectiveness Program.

COA 256  Coaching Track and Field: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: COA 205 with a grade of at least a "C" and declared Coaching minor. (F) The technique of all track and field events. Emphasis on teaching progressions in all events. Classroom sessions include development of training schedules, tactics, strategy, philosophy, meet organization, and officiating

COA 316  Football Coaching Theory: 1 Credits (1 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: COA 205 with a grade of at least a "C" and declared Coaching minor. (Sp) Basic fundamentals and techniques used in coaching football

COA 317  Basketball Coaching Theory: 1 Credits (1 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: COA 205 with a grade of at least a "C" and declared Coaching minor. (F) This course is set up to provide the student a working knowledge of basketball coaching techniques and philosophies. The course should assist the student in developing his/her own basketball coaching philosophy

COA 318  Soccer Coaching Theory: 1 Credits (1 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: COA 205 with a grade of at least a "C" and declared Coaching minor. (F) A working knowledge of soccer coaching tactics and techniques

COA 319  Volleyball Coaching Theory: 1 Credits (1 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: COA 205 with a grade of at least a "C" and declared Coaching minor. (Sp) A working knowledge of volleyball coaching tactics and techniques

COA 395  Practicum: Coaching Application: 1-2 Credits (1-2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: COA 205 with a grade of at least a "C", declared Coaching minor, and consent of instructor. (F, Sp, Su) Assignment of prospective coaches to specific sports. Discussion and feedback on planning and implementation in practical setting
Repeatable up to 3 credits.

COA 405  Advanced Concepts in Coaching: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: COA 205 with a grade of at least a "C" or consent of instructor. (F, Sp, Su) The class is intended for student in the MSU coaching minor and/or experienced coaches who wish to examine current issues in coaching such as dealing with athletes with concussions, coaching the female athlete, emphasizing sportsmanship and ethics in sport, or coach/parent relationships in detail

COA 567  Professional Issues in Coaching: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: COA 205, COA 395 or three years of successful coaching in public schools. (Su) In depth examination of at least one sub-topic from the Montana High School Coach Certification curriculum that is, prevention, care and rehabilitation of injuries, risk management in sport; sociological and psychological aspects of coaching; coaching the female athlete