B.S. in Sport Coaching Education

Overview

The Bachelor of Science degree program in sport coaching education (SCE) offers professional preparation to those who aspire to coach in a variety of athletic, sports, and business settings. The program offers courses in coaching methodology, sport psychology, and human performance, but does not lead to teacher certification.

The SCE program is one of few programs in the country recognized and accredited Level III by the National Council for Accreditation of Coaching Education (NCACE).

Career Opportunities

Coaches normally occupy positions as either head or assistant coaches in public or independent schools or in the private sector as business owners and consultants. They also have opportunities in nonprofit settings such as the YMCA and Boys and Girls Clubs.

Program Requirements

• Students who wish to coach and teach in a Mississippi public school must possess a Mississippi teaching license. Therefore, all SCE students must choose ONE of the following options:

1. Pursue a dual degree in K-12 physical education licensure and sport coaching education
2. Alternate Route Certification
3. Declare and complete a second major in a teacher education program

• Practicum Experience
• Minor Requirements

Program Plan

• SCE Plan of Study
• Course Descriptions

Links of Interest

• NCACE-Quality Coaching Education
• PRAXIS Exam
• Mississippi Department of Education (MDE)
• MDE Alternative Route Program

Program Director Contact Information

Dr. Melissa Murray – Program Director and Assistant Professor

P: (601)-266-6999 Email: Melissa.Murray@usm.edu Room: HPR 226

Last Updated: February 28, 2013