Areas of Study

Physical Education: Teacher Education Concentrations

Coaching Endorsement

The coaching endorsement can be added to any physical education concentration. This endorsement provides students with a strong background in the philosophical and practical aspects of coaching.

Courses are designed to present basic knowledge of the prevention of injuries, coaching theories, officiating in specific sports, and the psychological components of sports and participation.

Required courses include:

PE 180 Officiating in Sports 1 cr
PE 190 First Aid, Health, & Safety 2 cr
PE 220 Coaching Theory 2 cr
PE 235 Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries 3 cr
PE 310 Psychology of Sport 3 cr
PE 370 Kinesiology 3 cr
PE 440 Physiology of Exercise 3 cr

For further assistance please contact Dr. Brarbra Smith (barbara.smith@valpo.edu).

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