Coaching Minor

The Minor in Physical Education (Coaching) is designed for students who wish to coach in secondary schools (grades 7-12). Coursework extends beyond the eight credits required for the New York State Temporary Coaching License and includes 10 coaching practicum hours.

Students become familiar with:

• State, local, and national regulations and policies related to athletics; legal considerations; and the function and organization of leagues and athletic associations in New York State.
• Selected principles of biology, anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology related to coaching.
• Risk minimization; mixed competition; and NYSED selection and classification of athletes.

Minor Requirements

Classes include coaching techniques, health sciences, athletics in education, nutrition, motor behavior, conditioning, and injury prevention. Additional trainings—including Safe and Healthy Learning Environments and CPR—are not required for the coaching minor but are required for a New York State coaching license. More information on academic requirements available in the Syracuse University Course Catalog.

Declaring a Minor

If you are interesting in declaring a minor, talk to your advisor in your home school or college to see if you have enough room for the courses, a minimum of a 2.5 GPA, and complete the Minor Declaration Form. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Academic and Student Services.

Contact

Academic and Student Services
soeacademicservices@syr.edu  |  315.443.9319