Sport Coaching BS
A sport coaching degree can take you to the top!
Program-at-a-Glance (Undergraduate)
Credit Hours:
Total hours: 120
Major Area of Study: 54
Additional Requirements: 3-9
Cost per Credit Hour:
$401.59
Learn more about this program:
A Coaching Degree can put you on the path to instilling confidence, leadership, and talent into the next generation of athletes. Getting a coaching degree can provide you with a deep understanding of coaching techniques, strategies, and theories that will help you grow as a leader and coach. Now, The University of Southern Mississippi offers the sport coaching BS fully online!
With the sport coaching program, you will be surrounded with like-minded leaders. You’ll take classes in kinesiology, nutrition, and sport psychology and learn the intricate details of your sport or sports. You will also learn important skills in athlete development, skill analysis, and critical thinking that will help you and your team get to the next level of performance. Looking to learn more? Our enrollment coaches are here to help. Click here for more info! This is your life, plus college!
A number of scholarship opportunities are available for online students! Our Online Student Scholarship gives first time, fully-online students an opportunity for $500 toward their first semester. To get started with our Online Student Scholarship, or to view our list of available scholarships for which you may qualify, visit our Student Scholarship page now!
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GEC 01. Written Communication
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Composition One
|
3 hrs. |
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Composition Two
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 02. Natural Science
Select 2 courses with labs:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Biology and Society
*
|
3 hrs. |
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Principles of Biological Science
*
|
3 hrs. |
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Principles of Biological Science II
*
|
3 hrs. |
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Chemistry and Our Environment
*
|
3 hrs. |
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General Chemistry I
*
|
3 hrs. |
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General Chemistry II
*
|
3 hrs. |
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Weather and Climate
*
|
3 hrs. |
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General Physics I
*
|
3 hrs. |
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General Physics II
*
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 03. Humanities
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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World Literature
|
3 hrs. |
Select 2 courses, 1 History required:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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World Civilizations: Beginnings to 1500 C.E.
|
3 hrs. |
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World Civilizations: 1500 C.E to present
|
3 hrs. |
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Introduction to Philosophy
|
3 hrs. |
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Ethics and Good Living
|
3 hrs. |
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Comparative Religion
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 04. Aesthetic Values
Select 1 course:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Art Appreciation
|
3 hrs. |
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Dance Appreciation
|
3 hrs. |
|
The Enjoyment of Music
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 05. Social and Behavioral Sciences
Select 2 courses:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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The Human Experience: A Global Perspective
|
3 hrs. |
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Concepts of Wellness
|
3 hrs. |
|
Basic Economics
|
3 hrs. |
|
World Geography: Dynamics of a Changing Earth
|
3 hrs. |
|
American Government
|
3 hrs. |
|
General Psychology
|
3 hrs. |
|
Understanding Society: Principles of Sociology
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 06. Mathematics
Select 1 course:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Quantitative Reasoning
|
3 hrs. |
|
College Algebra
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 07. Writing-Intensive Requirement
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Social Foundations and Issues in Sports Coaching
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 08. Speaking-Intensive Requirement
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Public Speaking
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 09. Capstone Requirements (Major Area)
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Senior Capstone Experience
|
3 hrs. |
DEG 01. Major Area of Study Requirements
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Introduction to Sport Coaching
|
3 hrs. |
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Sport Pedagogy
|
3 hrs. |
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Athlete Development
|
3 hrs. |
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Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
|
3 hrs. |
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Social Foundations and Issues in Sports Coaching
|
3 hrs. |
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Adapted Physical Education, Sport, and Activity
|
3 hrs. |
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Competitive Sports for Youth
|
3 hrs. |
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Sport Psychology
|
3 hrs. |
|
Sport Governance and Law
|
3 hrs. |
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Practicum in Coaching Education
|
3 hrs. |
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Movement and Sport Skill Analysis
|
3 hrs. |
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Methods of Strength and Conditioning
|
3 hrs. |
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Physiological Principles of Resistance Training
|
3 hrs. |
|
Senior Capstone Experience
|
3 hrs. |
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Anatomy and Movement
|
3 hrs. |
Select 9 hours:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Strategies and Skills for Basketball and Soccer
|
3 hrs. |
|
Strategies and Skills for Baseball and Softball
|
3 hrs. |
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Strategies and Skills for Football
|
3 hrs. |
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Strategies and Skills for Track and Field
|
3 hrs. |
DEG 02. Additional Requirements
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
College Algebra
|
3 hrs. |
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General Psychology
|
3 hrs. |
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Understanding Society: Principles of Sociology
|
3 hrs. |
|
Computer Applications in Education
|
3 hrs. |
DEG 03. Electives
Choose electives as needed with advisor’s approval.
Additional Note
Please note that the above information is meant to be a guide and is not official. For further information regarding courses for this degree, see the University Bulletin. Please be aware that not all course choices listed in the University Bulletin are available online. However, sufficient online options are available to complete this degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
Southern Miss allows you to transfer up to 62 credit hours from an accredited institution.
To get started with the application process, start here.
The Undergraduate Admissions website will provide information for the steps you’ll need to complete in order to be admitted to online coaching degree program at Southern Miss.
To view pricing information for the online marketing degree, visit our pricing page. For financial aid information, view our financial aid page. For detailed tuition information, visit our business services page.
The University of Southern Mississippi provides a Senior Citizen Tuition Scholarship Program for Mississippi residents age 62 or older. Legal residents of the State of Mississippi age 62 or older may enroll tuition-free in a maximum of six (6) semester hours for the fall or spring term. Courses on all campuses (Online, Hattiesburg, and Gulf Coast) are available to senior citizens on a space available, first come first serve basis. This scholarship program applies to fall and spring courses only.
To inquire about the availability of this scholarship, contact Precia Pedersen at precia.pedersen@usm.edu or the registrar’s office.
You should NOT be charged out-of-state fees, because the online classes are considered in-residence for the online coaching degree.
No, as an online student, you will not need to provide MMR immunization documentation for admission to the University.
You must enroll in at least 12 credit hours in order to have full-time status in the spring and fall semesters and at least 9 credit hours in order to have full-time status in the summer semester.
Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements: See University Admission Policies
Program Academic Policies and Requirements:
- See University Academic Policies and Requirements
- Students desiring to transfer from other schools or colleges within the University must be in good academic standing and possess a minimum GPA of 2.0 in order to be admitted to a degree program.
- Students must demonstrate proficiency (grade of C or better) in each KIN course required by their degree program.
Accreditation: Sport Coaching Education is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Coaching Education (NCACE)
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