Sports Coaching (Hons) Atlantic Technological University

Overview

This multidisciplinary  Sports Coaching (Hons) course at the Atlantic Technological University  will ensure students learn effective coaching techniques and have a scientific understanding of anatomy, physiology, sport psychology, fundamentals of movement, talent development, and the ability to analyse and critique technique. All these skills will be learnt through a variety of different coaching environments.

The applied coaching placements proposed throughout the degree, are a unique feature of this course, they will provide students with an opportunity to develop both personally and professionally and provide novice coaches with exposure to applied coaching practice from the start of the course.

An additional unique benefit of the course is that students can complete a number of coaching accreditation courses from National Governing Bodies (NGB), such as the foundation level for GAA through the GAA, ‘Kick Start 1’ through the FAI, Female students will be encouraged to join ‘Women’s Student Coaching Academy’.  Students from this programme will be eligible to apply for Masters in Physical Education (PE) for teaching at post-primary level, as well as a range of other sports related Masters.

A coach’s role is the help athletes, players, and individuals reach their training potential, through fitness, skills, tactics, and psychological readiness. Sport coaches also are known for their ability to mentor, guide, advice, and support their athletes not only within sport but skills for life. This course will provide students with the opportunity to learn, broaden, and progress these skills from theory to practice throughout this degree.

Potential Jobs (nationally and internationally):

• Professional Coach
• Sports Coaches in Clubs
• Sports Development Officer
• Fitness Instructor / Personal Trainer
• Athlete Support Officer
• Health Promotion Specialist
• Physical Activity Development Manager Researcher
• Coaching Development Officer
• Performance Analyst