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Sport Psychology Graduate Certificate
The Sport Psychology Graduate Certificate focuses on the study of psychological and social factors that influence sport and physical activity participation.
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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 and anxiety, as well as social factors such as group processes, coaching, and leadership effectiveness.
Program Overview
To apply for the Sport Psychology Certificate, you'll need:
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution
- Undergraduate transcript
Current and newly admitted Miami graduate students (including combined degree students) can apply using the graduate certificate form. Students must be admitted to the certificate program before taking courses for certification.
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Psychological Foundations of Sport (SLM 632) | 3 |
| Psychological Interventions in Sport (SLM 633) | 3 |
| Social Psychology of Sport and Exercise (SLM 634) | 3 |
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Physical Activity Motivation (KNH 654) | 3 |
| Developmental Perspectives on Youth Sport Participation (SLM 673) | 3 |
| Cultural Studies of Sport (SLM 676) | 3 |
- Students will be able to identify psychological theories that explain sport and physical activity participation and performance.
- Students will be able to evaluate the psychological needs of athletes and plan appropriate interventions that can enhance the performance of sport participants, as well as their personal development and experience of physical activity.
- Students will be able to explain sport as a social phenomenon that involves group processes, coaching, and leadership effectiveness.
