Athletic Coaching
Career Studies Certificate (C.S.C.)
Purpose
The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to coach and assist athletes in a variety of settings and levels of competition, both in scholastic and community settings.
Admission Requirements and Special Conditions
A high school diploma (or equivalent) and satisfactory scores on college placement tests (or equivalent) in English and mathematics are required. If students have deficiencies in English or mathematics, JTCC offers developmental courses to prepare students for the curriculum. Prior to the clinical portion of the program, students must provide criminal background checks, drug test screenings, and records of physical health from a physician.
Program Curriculum
| 1st Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 111 College Composition | 3 | |
| HLT 106 First Aid and CPR | 2 | See Note 1. |
| HLT 120 Foundations and Principles of Sport Coaching | 3 | |
| RPK 180 Youth Sports Administration | 3 | |
| SDV 100 Student Success Skills | 1 | |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
| 2nd Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
| HLT 206 Exercise Science | 3 | |
| PSY 230 Developmental Psychology | 3 | |
| HLT 156 Health Care for Athletic Injuries | 3 | |
| RPK 210 Principles and Psychology of Coaching | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
| 3rd Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
| HLT 230 Principles of Nutrition and Human Development | 3 | |
| RPK 296 On-Site Training | 1 | See Note 2. |
| Total Credits | 4 | |
| Total Credits For Program | 28 |
Notes and Additional Curriculum Options
- Satisfactory completion of HLT 106 is a Virginia Coaching Certification requirement.
- Students will complete five hours per week of on-site training at selected athletic coaching sites approved by JTCC.
For additional information on the program, please contact the Division of Health Sciences: 804-768-6611 (Chester).
2012-2013 Catalog
