PROPOSAL 3-06
(Voting Units: Academic Departments)
COACHING ENDORSEMENT CERTIFICATION
Physical Education Department
Introduction
This proposal recommends establishing a ‘Coaching Endorsement Certificate’ through the Physical Education Department. Students completing this Certificate will be able to establish their Coaching expertise for profit or for non-profit endeavors.
I. Title of Certificate
Coaching Endorsement Certificate
II. Catalog Description
The Coaching Endorsement Certificate program prepares students in basic coaching fundamentals for age-group level sports. Placement as a volunteer or paid coach will be enhanced through acknowledgement of this expertise.
III. Rationale
Students with a background in sports will be able to continue active involvement in sports of their choice as a coach of club or recreational sports. This program lends balance to their education. There is an increasing need in our society for coaches trained in how to teach sport and develop strong character, how to run a team, how to practice safety, how to work with parents, etc.
IV. List of Courses
Required Courses (11 Credits)
PE 4050 (3) Introduction to Athletic Training (f)
PE 4010 (3) Psychology of Coaching (f, s)
PE 4020 (3) Foundations of Coaching (f)
PE 4100 (2) Coaching Practicum (f, s)The student will assist with a sport activity of their choice for 40-60 hours. Subject to approval of the endorsement advisor, they will assist a head coach at MTU, at a school, or other team situation.
Elective Courses (1 or more Units/Credits)
PE 2000 Sports Officiating (1 unit) (f)
PE 0206 Intermediate/Advanced Golf (.5 unit) (fA, suA, suB)
PE 0112 Intermediate Swimming (.5unit) (fB, sA, sB, su A or B)
PE 0211 Advanced Swimming (.5 unit) (fA)
PE 0216 Intermediate Basketball (.5 unit) (fB, sB)
PE 0220 Intermediate Alpine Skiing (.5 unit) (Downhill) (sA)
PE 0226 Intermediate Volleyball (.5 unit) (fA, sA, sB)
PE 0232 Intermediate Soccer (.5 unit) (fA)
PE 0240 Intermediate Tennis (.5 unit) (fA, fB, sA, sB)
PE 0248 Intermediate Skating (.5 unit) (fB, sA)
PE 2010 Varsity Football (1 unit) (f)
PE 2020 Varsity Basketball (1 unit) (f, s)
PE 2030 Varsity Hockey (1 unit) (f, s)
PE 2040 Varsity Nordic Skiing (1 unit) (s)
PE 2080 Varsity Track (1 unit) (s)
PE 2090 Varsity Tennis (1 unit) (f, s)
PE 2130 Varsity Volleyball (1 unit) (f)
PE 2140 Varsity Cross Country (1 unit) (f)
PE 2230 Cheerleading Dance (1 unit) (f, s)
PE 2240 Cheerleading Stunt (1 unit) (f, s)
PE 2580 Water Safety Instructor (1 credit & 1 unit) (s)Total Credits 12 or more
Estimated Cost
There is no additional cost in raising the Coaching Endorsement Certificate to the University level. All courses identified above are elective courses available to all students who satisfy course prerequisites. All courses are offered on a regular basis as noted. Faculty with expertise in these areas are already in place.
Introduced in the University Senate: 26 October 2005
Adopted by the University Senate: 9 November 2005
Approved by Administration: 17 November 2005