Sport Coaching & Athletics Leadership
Program Details
- Location
- Akron Campus
- Level
- undergraduate
- Degree/Program Type
- Bachelor of Science / major
- Format
- In-person
- Course Info
- Curriculum Guide
- College
- Health and Human Sciences, College of (Dean's Office)
- School/Department
- School of Exercise & Nutrition Sciences
Program Contact
- Melissa D. Dreisbach, MSED
-
Assistant Professor of Instruction
330-972-2341
Overview
A Bachelor's degree in Sport Coaching and Athletics Leadership paves the way to a variety of career opportunities in sport and recreation. This versatile and valuable degree can open up numerous career opportunities.
The Sport Coaching and Athletics Leadership program prepares you to work in:
- professional, collegiate, and high school sport coaching
- recreational and community sports
- graduate studies in sport science and coaching
Real-world Experience
All Sport Coaching and Athletics Leadership students at UA complete practical experiences throughout their undergraduate studies embedded in their classes and through field experiences.
Students will have the opportunity to sit for the Level I NFHS Coaching Credential and Ohio Department of Education Pupil Activity (Coaching) Permit.
Admissions Requirements
Students must earn a 2.0 GPA in preadmission coursework, including:
Code |
Title |
Hours |
|---|---|---|
English Composition I |
3 |
|
English Composition II |
3 |
|
Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
|
Introduction to Public Speaking |
3 |
|
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
|
Nutrition Fundamentals |
3 |
|
Career Explorations Into Sport |
3 |
|
Introduction to Coaching |
3 |
|
Natural Science with lab Requirement |
4 |
|
Total Hours |
28 |
|
Career Outcomes
Graduates of the Sport Coaching and Athletics Leadership degree are prepared to lead teams, develop athletes, and manage programs in settings such as schools, colleges, community organizations, and competitive sports environments.
Affiliate sites
Our students have previously participated in practicum experiences at various sites, including:
Akron area YMCA
Akron Rubber Ducks
Cleveland Browns
Cleveland Cavaliers
University of Akron Athletics
and more!