Master of Arts in Sports Coaching
The first of its kind in the state, the graduate program is designed as a 30-hour online program in response to growing demand in the field, notably as youth sports programs continue to expand. It’s anticipated that the coaching profession will experience double-digit growth over the decade. The 30-hour program is divided into the following course offerings:
- SES 582 Psychology for Sports Coaches (3)
- SES 583 International Perspectives of Sports Coaching (3)
- SES 584 Sport Administration for Sports Coaches (3)
- SES 585 Introduction to Sports Injuries for Coaches (2)
- SES 586 Training and Conditioning Principles for Sports Coaches (3)
- SES 587 Sports Coaching Principles and Perspectives (3)
- SES 588 Evaluation of Coaching using Technology (3)
- SES 589 Bridging Theory and Practice in Sports Coaching (3)
- SES 604 Teacher and Coach Action Research (3)
- SES 692 Graduate Internship in Sport and Exercise Science (4)
For additional information and inquiries contact Dr. Mark Smith. and visit the Sports Coaching MA information at UNC Online.

