Psychosocial Aspects of Sport & Coaching
The minor in Psychosocial Aspects of Sport and Coaching is designed to offer students from various majors the chance to further explore factors that impact athletic or other performances. Current or former athletes, coaches, or avid exercisers may be interested in pursuing this minor to help their own performance or because they want supplemental knowledge to provide them an advantage in their own field of study. This minor will teach students practical and applicable information they can use to help themselves or others now and in their future.
The certificate in Psychosocial Aspects of Sport and Coaching is an advantage to those students who are interested in the field, but have limited funds, time or elective hours to allow for a minor or major. These classes provide students with information that can be utilized to improve their own and others’ performances now and in their future. Rather than randomly selecting classes to fill a schedule, students will have the chance to receive a certificate to demonstrate a more directed study into this field.
Common Career Paths
Some of the top jobs for those with a Psychosocial Aspects of Sport & Coaching educational background include coach, guidance counselor, sports psychologist, high school teacher, athletic trainer, and so much more.
Common Salary Ranges for Graduates
As mentioned above, there’s a long list of career opportunities for those with a Psychosocial Aspects of Sport & Coaching educational background. But, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the average annual salary for the following positions (which may require additional education) in North Carolina in 2021:
- Coach and scout: $49,940
- Guidance counselor: $52,870
- Psychologist: $87,210
- Secondary school teacher: $52,280
Average Tuition Cost
The average cost for an incoming residential freshman to attend MU is less than $18,000 – similar to the cost of attending one of the big-box public schools, but with the enhanced value of a highly-regarded private school with a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
While tuition varies, depending on a student’s financial aid package, it’s important to know that the average financial award for an incoming residential freshman at MU is more than $34,000.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
More than 97% of MU students receive some form of financial aid, with the University offering more than $24 million annually to students for scholarships. If a student is active military, family of active military, or a veteran, they may also qualify for MU’s military education benefits.
Interested in Methodist University’s Psychosocial Aspects of Sport & Coaching program?
If you have questions, reach out to Dr. Jordan Bettleyon using the contact info at the bottom of the page. If you’re ready to apply today, click the button below!
Minor Requirements
The minor in Psychosocial Aspects of Sport & Coaching consists of 18 credits distributed as follows:
| KIN 2900 Structural Kinesiology (3) | KIN 3600 Motor Learning (3) |
| KIN 3080 Sport & Exercise Psychology (3) | KIN 4210 Psychology of Coaching (3) |
| KIN 3200 Motor Development (3) | PSY 3300 Psychological Counseling (3) |
Note: All students must earn a final grade of C- or better in all courses taken for the minor in Psychosocial Aspects of Sport and Coaching.
Note: PSY 1010 General Psychology is a prerequisite for the required psychology courses. It is recommended that you take this to fulfill your social science general education requirement.
Certificate Requirements
The certificate in Psychosocial Aspects of Sport & Coaching consists of 12 credits distributed as follows:
| KIN 3080 Sport & Exercise Psychology (3) | KIN 3600 Motor Learning (3) |
| KIN 3200 Motor Development (3) | KIN 4210 Psychology of Coaching (3) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Psychosocial Aspects of Sport and Coaching offers students a chance to explore a variety of factors that impact performance. Students will learn how to apply health, exercise, physical activity and psychological principles to human performance, understanding both the physical and psychological foundations and outcomes. These courses will teach students how to best influence positive performance and facilitate growth in sport and other performance or exercise venues. This major is intended to prepare students to pursue graduate level degrees in the fields of sport psychology, exercise psychology, and exercise science.
No, Methodist University does not offer an online degree in Psychosocial Aspects of Sport and Coaching. However, the University’s on-campus program will best prepare you for a career in the field.
Contact
Jordan Bettleyon, D.A.T., ACSM-EP, CSCS
