B.S. in Sport Coaching Education

Overview of Major

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 a variety of courses in coaching methodology, sports psychology, and human performance, but does not lead to teacher certification. (See Special Program Requirements)

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.

Laboratory and Field Experiences

All students in SCE are required to complete six hours of HPR 419 (practicum) over two semesters that provide hands-on professional field experience in a variety of coaching settings.

Special 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.) Declare and complete a second major in a teacher education program.  Students interested in completing a standard licensure program should consult the College of Education and Psychology for programs and licensure requirements.

2.)  In preparation for alternate route certification, complete a minor in a PRAXIS II specialty subject area.  Students interested in alternate route certification should contact the Mississippi Department of Education for current licensure requirements.

3.) Pursue a dual degree in K-12 Physical Education Licensure and Sport Coaching Education. Students interested in pursuing the dual degree program should consult the K-12 Physical Education Licensure program requirements in this narrative.

A minimum grade of C in all major core requirements

A minimum grade of C in BSC 250 and BSC 250L

Student must take ENG 333 prior to HPR 474 and make a minimum grade of “C” in each course

Requirements for a Minor in Sport Coaching Education

All students pursuing a minor in sport coaching education must complete a minimum of 19 hours in SCE-related HPR courses. The following courses are required: HPR 109, HPR 204, HPR 370, HPR 409, HPR 419 (two hrs.), HPR 470 and one coaching methodology (adviser directed).