Sport Psychology Certificate
For information, contact:
Director of Graduate Studies
Department of Sport Leadership & Management
118 Laws Hall, 513-529-0237
SLAMDEPT@miamioh.edu
www.MiamiOH.edu/slam
The Sport Psychology Graduate Certificate focuses on the study of psychological and social factors that influence sport and physical activity participation. Sport psychology involves the study of human thought, emotion, and behavior in recreational and competitive sport. This includes the study of individual processes such as motivational orientations, self-efficacy, and stress/anxiety, as well as social factors such as group processes, coaching, and leadership effectiveness.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| SLM 632 | Psychological Foundations of Sport | 3 |
| SLM 633 | Psychological Interventions in Sport | 3 |
| Select two of the following: | 6 | |
| Seminar in Sport Leadership & Management (can take up to 6 credits of 553 approved by advisor) | ||
| Social Psychology of Sport and Exercise | ||
| Developmental Perspectives on Youth Sport Participation | ||
| Cultural Studies of Sport | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 12 | |