What you will study
Athletes and teams perform better when supported by holistic coaching practices that
take their physical, psychological and emotional well-being into consideration. UCM’s
master’s degree in Physical Education - Coaching option includes education on growth
and development, the psychology of motivation and ethical coaching practices.
In addition to the core classes of UCM’s Physical Education master’s degree program,
the Physical Education and Coaching degree also includes:
- Introduction to Standards-Based Coaching: Investigate how and why current coaching standards have come to be. With expert UCM
faculty guidance, apply these standards to your own coaching practice.
- Philosophy and Ethics in Coaching: UCM’s sports Coaching degree explores the field’s moral questions and dilemmas. Discover
how to approach these issues and the impact they can have on coaching philosophy.
- Organization and Administration in Coaching: Analyze the general principles of administration in sport coaching. Examine common
practices and knowledge related to sports administration, such as legal liability,
planning, scheduling and eligibility.
- Motivational Aspects of Coaching: Learn the most effective sport coaching strategies to impact motivation and goal-setting,
and how to apply them in different scenarios. Explore how supporting team members
through personal challenges, including anxiety and developmental changes, can improve
outcomes for the athletes as well as their performance.
Excellence in Physical Education and Coaching
- #4: Best Online Master’s in Physical Education with the Highest Return on Investment (OnlineU,
2021)
- Top 15%: Most Popular Master’s Degree Colleges for Health & Physical Education (College Factual,
2022)
- A Best Online Master’s in Coaching Degree Programs by (Intelligent, 2022)
- A Best Online Master’s in Coaching Degree Programs by (Intelligent, 2021)
- Fully accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
Unique learning opportunities in coaching
Each course of the 100% online asynchronous Physical Education and Coaching degree
program has been designed using leading-edge research and contemporary best practices
in the field. Our expert, professionally experienced faculty will help you tailor
the graduate program to your needs.
The Coaching concentration of UCM’s Physical Education master’s degree program has
broad application potential for any sport or athletic setting. Small class sizes and
attentive faculty ensure you get the most out of every class and that you’re learning
the skills most in demand for your career track.
- Apply your knowledge: Coursework for your Sports Coaching degree will be customized to your interests and
current professional context. You can immediately implement the concepts and methods
you learn at the University of Central Missouri to create maximum impact on athletes,
teams and organizations.
- Capstone course: The program for your master’s degree in Physical Education - Coaching culminates with
a professional seminar course. You’ll be able to demonstrate your deeper understanding
of the content area and pedagogy. In keeping with the University of Central Missouri’s
commitment to training lifelong learners, you’ll also work on plans for continuing
your professional development.
What can you do with a Physical Education and Coaching degree from UCM?
The University of Central Missouri’s Physical Education master’s degree program has
been ranked fourth in the nation by OnlineU for student return on investment (ROI).
The skills and knowledge you bring back to your athletes, students and workplace enhance
your efficacy — and your earning potential.
Alumni of the Coaching concentration of UCM’s Physical Education graduate programs
are qualified for roles coaching athletic, performance and sports and recreation leagues,
coordinating sport clubs, leading coach development programs and more.
Learn more about jobs with a sports coaching degree
Use our interactive tool below to discover what salaries, typical jobs and career
growth you can expect with a master’s degree in Physical Education - Coaching.
Financial assistance options for your online master’s degree in Physical Education,
Coaching option
The University of Central Missouri’s low tuition rates and respected, standards-led
Physical Education master’s degree program have earned us a #4 ranking in the country
for student ROI from OnlineU.
University-wide loans, grants, assistantships and more are available to help finance your Sports Coaching degree. Additionally, you may qualify for scholarships reserved for College of Education
students. Learn more with the UCM Scholarship Finder.
Online Learning, Applied Skills
Virtual learning with real-world applications
Earning your online sports Coaching degree means putting advanced knowledge and pedagogy
into practice. With guidance from our engaged, expert faculty, you can put actionable
knowledge from your coursework to immediate use in your own coaching programs and
diverse educational environments.
A Degree That Pays for Itself
Named #4 ROI in the nation by OnlineU
UCM’s Physical Education graduate programs offer extraordinary value. Fully accredited
and taught by experts with real-world experience, our Sports Coaching degree will
increase your income potential — not your debt. On average, graduates of our Physical
Education graduate programs enjoy a 10-year return on their investment of $465,300.
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