Saint Leo University offers coursework leading to State of Florida Department of Education endorsement in athletic coaching. The courses are available for all students. However, they should be of special interest to all majors seeking teaching certification. Students may increase their marketability by adding this endorsement to their teaching certificate. The following courses are needed to satisfy Florida Department of Education requirements for an endorsement in coaching:
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| Required Courses | 9 |
| PED 320 | Theory and Practice of Coaching | (3) |
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; The study of the principles associated with coaching that enable students to scientifically design practice and game regimens and strategy. The disciplines of kinesiology, exercise physiology, motor development, anatomy, physiology, sociology, and psychology serve as the research base. Offered spring semester of even years. |
| PED 340 | Prevention and Treatment of Athletic Injuries | (3) |
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; The primary purpose of this course is to provide prospective teachers, coaches, and recreational leaders with an in-depth study of practices and techniques applicable to the prevention and treatment of athletic injuries and conditions that might occur in activities that they may have under their supervision. Course fee may apply. Offered fall semester of odd years. |
| PED 322 | Coaching Football | (3) |
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; The principles and practices of coaching football, emphasizing the development of a philosophy of coaching and the general mental and physical training of an athlete. Field work required. Offered fall semester of even years. |
| OR PED 323 | Coaching Golf and Tennis | (3) |
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; The principles and techniques applicable to the teaching and coaching of golf and tennis at various competitive and recreational levels. Field work required. Offered fall semester of odd years. |
| OR PED 324 | Coaching Basketball | (3) |
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; The principles and practices of coaching basketball, emphasizing the development of a philosophy of coaching and the general mental and physical training of an athlete. Field work required. Offered spring semester of even years. |
| OR PED 325 | Coaching Baseball | (3) |
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; The principles and practices of coaching baseball, emphasizing the development of a philosophy of coaching and the general mental and physical training of an athlete. Field work required. Offered spring semester of odd years |