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Twin Cities Campus
Coaching MinorKinesiology, School of
College of Education and Human Development
The coaching minor offers an in-depth study of the theoretical and practical nature of coaching through a planned and integrated series of courses. Completion of the coaching minor also will qualify the student for the University of Minnesota Coaching Certificate.
Additional program offerings also include a certificate in coaching.
Program Delivery
This program is available:
Admission Requirements
A GPA above 2.0 is preferred for the following:
For information about University of Minnesota admission requirements, visit the
Office of Admissions
website.
Minor Requirements
Admission is open to all University students. A Coaching Program Application Form must be submitted. Students must also maintain a 2.50 GPA in courses submitted for the completion of the coaching minor.
Minor Courses
Students completing the minor are required to take the courses listed below.
KIN 3027 - Human Anatomy for Kinesiology, Physical Activity, and Health Promotion
(4.0 cr)
Current CPR and AED Certification through national certification agency
Electives
In addition to the courses below, any program-related course approved by the coaching program coordinator can be applied toward this minor.
Sport Psychology - Sociology
If taking KIN 5720, it should be a 3 credit offering approved in consultation with the program coordinator.
Take 1 or more course(s) from the following:
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KIN 3136 - Mental Skills Training for Sport
(3.0 cr)
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KIN 5136 - Psychology of Coaching
(3.0 cr)
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KIN 5371 - Sport and Society
(3.0 cr)
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KIN 5375 {Inactive}
(3.0 cr)
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KIN 5723 - Psychology of Sport Injury and Rehabilitation
(3.0 cr)
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KIN 5720 - Special Topics in Kinesiology
(2.0-4.0 cr)
Sport Physical Sciences
If taking KIN 4520 or 5720, it should be a 3 credit offering approved in consultation with the coaching program coordinator.
Take 1 or more course(s) from the following:
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KIN 4385 - Exercise Physiology
(4.0 cr)
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KIN 4520 {Inactive}
(2.0-4.0 cr)
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KIN 4741 - Training Theory & Analytics 2 for Sport Performance
(3.0 cr)
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KIN 5841 - Elite Performance and Environmental Considerations
(3.0 cr)
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KIN 5142 - Applied Nutrition for Sport Performance and Optimal Health
(3.0 cr)
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KIN 5641 - Scientific Theory and Application of Training and Conditioning in Sport
(3.0 cr)
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KIN 5720 - Special Topics in Kinesiology
(2.0-4.0 cr)
Coaching Theory
Please note: If coaching specialization course is not listed, other options may be accepted in consultation the coaching program coordinator.
Take 1 or more course(s) from the following:
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KIN 3168 {Inactive}
(2.0 cr)
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KIN 3169 {Inactive}
(2.0 cr)
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KIN 3171 {Inactive}
(2.0 cr)
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KIN 3172 {Inactive}
(2.0 cr)
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KIN 3173 {Inactive}
(2.0 cr)
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KIN 3178 {Inactive}
(2.0 cr)
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KIN 3179 {Inactive}
(2.0 cr)
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Credits: | 4.0 [max 4.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F or Aud |
Typically offered: | Every Fall, Spring & Summer |
Credits: | 3.0 [max 3.0] |
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Typically offered: | Every Fall & Spring |
Credits: | 3.0 [max 3.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F or Aud |
Typically offered: | Every Fall & Spring |
Credits: | 3.0 [max 3.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Every Spring & Summer |
Credits: | 3.0 [max 3.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Every Fall & Spring |
Credits: | 3.0 [max 3.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Periodic Fall & Spring |
Credits: | 3.0 [max 3.0] |
Typically offered: | Every Fall, Spring & Summer |
Credits: | 3.0 [max 3.0] |
Course Equivalencies: | Kin 5371/Rec 5371 |
Grading Basis: | A-F or Aud |
Typically offered: | Every Spring |
Credits: | 3.0 [max 3.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Every Fall |
Credits: | 2.0 -4.0 [max 12.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Every Fall, Spring & Summer |
Credits: | 4.0 [max 4.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F or Aud |
Typically offered: | Every Fall, Spring & Summer |
Credits: | 3.0 [max 3.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Every Spring |
Credits: | 3.0 [max 3.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Periodic Fall |
Credits: | 3.0 [max 3.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Every Spring |
Credits: | 3.0 [max 3.0] |
Prerequisites: | 4385 or SPST 3641 or SPST 4641 or exercise physiology course or # |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Every Spring & Summer |
Credits: | 2.0 -4.0 [max 12.0] |
Grading Basis: | A-F only |
Typically offered: | Every Fall, Spring & Summer |