Athletic Coaching

According to the American Sport Education Program, any coaching requires a credential. Earn your Certificate of Completion in Athletic Coaching from Sheridan College and meet the requirements set by the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board to work as a full- or part-time coach.

Program Highlights?

The Scientific Foundations of Athletic Coaching course uses ASEP’s curriculum and principles to introduce students to the fundamentals and philosophy of athletic coaching. As a student at Sheridan College, you will be exposed to many topics, including sport psychology, injury prevention and care, theory of sport, diversity in coaching, technical and tactical skills, risk management, and ethics in coaching.

Our enthusiastic, expert faculty will teach you the fundamental aspects of coaching professional and amateur athletes, from coaching theory to care and prevention of athletic injuries.

Industry Outlook

Skilled and passionate trainers are needed throughout the country for this growing and ever-changing industry. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that employment of athletic trainers is projected to increase 17 percent from 2021 to 2031.

Faculty and Community

Our dedicated faculty at Sheridan College will make sure you understand the fundamentals of athletic coaching. From Foundations of Exercise Science to Methods of Training and Conditioning, our enthusiastic, highly trained instructors will guide you through well designed and fun courses.

Sheridan College has strong partnerships when it comes to athletic coaching. Students who complete the Certificate of Completion in Athletic Coaching have the opportunity to pursue higher education across the country.