Oct 23, 2026  
2026-2027 Academic Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
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HPER 2297 - Field Experience and Seminar in Athletic Coaching


Credits: 2

Catalog Description
This course offers an off campus learning experience where students connect classroom theory and practical application within a supervised and professional work environment. It provides entry-level, career-related experience and workplace competencies that employers value when hiring new employees.

Prerequisite(s) (must have a grade of C or better): Permission of instructor
Prerequisite(s) (must have a grade of C or better) or Corequisite(s): Students should have completed a minimum of 7 program required credits or be concurrently enrolled in them to take HPER 2297
Additional fee to student: No

Learner Outcomes
  1. Observe and apply athletic coaching principles to the working world.
  2. Evaluate coaching resources to assess their usefulness in coaching.
  3. Observe and apply knowledge and skills acquired in program courses to the coaching field.
  4. Recognize current trends in the coaching and officiating field.
  5. Apply professional standards and ethical principles when making decisions.

Major Areas of Course Content
  1. Communication and interaction with others in the coaching and officiating fields
  2. Coaching and officiating resources
  3. Practical use of coaching philosophy and training
  4. Professional and ethical practices
  5. Trends in coaching and officiating

Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.



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