Human Kinetics and Health Education
Coaching Certificate
This certificate consists of 12 credits (required 9 credits listed below, select 3 credits of electives). CPR and AED certification is required.
- Physical Education 320 – Contemporary Issues in Coaching | 3 credits
- Physical Education 375 Lifespan Motor Development | 3 credits
- Physical Education 408 – Field Experience in Coaching (GR 6-8 OR 9-12) | 3 credits
Elective Courses
| Department | Course # | Course Name | Credit(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Education | 247 | Coaching of Softball | 2 |
| Physical Education | 261 | Volleyball Coaching | 2 |
| Physical Education | 264 | Tennis Coaching | 2 |
| Physical Education | 265 | Coaching of Gymnastics | 2 |
| Physical Education | 304 | Coaching Soccer Successfully | 2 |
| Physical Education | 305 | Coaching Wrestling Successfully | 2 |
| Physical Education | 306 | Coaching of Football | 2 |
| Physical Education | 307 | Coaching of Basketball | 2 |
| Physical Education | 308 | Coaching of Baseball | 2 |
| Physical Education | 309 | Coaching of Track and Field | 2 |
| Physical Education | 310 | Coaching Hockey Successfully | 2 |
| Physical Education | 328 | Officiating Team Sports | 2 |
| Physical Education | 382 | Coaching of Swimming | 2 |
| Physical Education | 390 | Current Topics | 1 |
| Physical Education | 446 | Independent Study | 1 |
ASEP Coaching Certification
Upon completion of this certificate, students have the opportunity to earn an American Sport Education Program (ASEP) coaching certification, which is nationally recognized.
This 12-credit certification, which includes the ASEP certification, is accepted by the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) as meeting its coaching education requirement for scholastic coaches.