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.

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  1. Explain introductory theories and concepts associated with sport coaching.
  2. Describe and explore the development of a sport coaching philosophy.
  3. Identify sources of evidence-based information in sport and coaching.
  4. Implement research associated with sport and coaching to introductory concepts of sport coaching.

COA 330  Coaching Theory: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: COA 205. (F) This course provides an in-depth exploration of sport coaching theory, focusing on both team and individual sports. Students will analyze key coaching principles, strategies, and leadership techniques while learning to apply these concepts in real-world scenarios

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  1. Explain and apply coaching theories across various individual and team sports.
  2. Identify coaching practices associated with the development of individual and team performance and program development.
  3. Analyze coaching techniques and strategies for field sports
  4. Analyze coaching techniques and strategies for court sports
  5. Demonstrate coaching practices specific to field and court sports.

COA 395  Practicum: Coaching Application: 1-3 Credits (1-3 Other)

PREREQUISITE: C or above in COA 205. (F, Sp, Su) CCHG minors only. Assignment of prospective coaches to specific sports. Discussion and feedback on planning and implementation in practical setting
Repeatable up to 3 credits.

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  1. Identify and select coaching concepts and theories to implement in self-selected sport environment.
  2. Implement concepts, theory, and skills in sport coaching in a sport environment.
  3. Evaluate the skills and lessons learned through the application of sport coaching in a sport environment.
  4. Apply and analyze communication skills used when coaching in a sport environment.

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

PREREQUISITE: C or above in COA 205. (F, Sp) This class is intended to develop coaching philosophy, examine skills and practices for coach development, and explore proper team-building techniques and practices

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  1. Construct a coaching philosophy and style from evidence-based practices.
  2. Examine practices associated with character development, sportmanship, behavior, communication, and motivation.
  3. Investigate team management, relationships, and risk.
  4. Describe physiological adaptations to training practices.

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

(Sp) In depth examination of research associated with current topics in sport and coaching. Students will specifically use the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model to design, apply, and evaluate athlete development.

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  1. Investigate research associated with current topics in sport and coaching.
  2. Compare and contrast different viewpoints associated with current topics in sport and coaching.
  3. Design and research a program using the long-term athlete development (LTAD) model.
  4. Apply and evaluate the long-term athlete development (LTAD) model.