Sports coaching minor

About the program

The sports coaching minor program is ideal for students who wish to coach (or are currently coaching) youth, club, high school, or college sports. This program provides a general theoretical basis for the many areas of knowledge needed for coaching.

Related major programs

The sports coaching minor is a campus-wide program, open to all currently enrolled undergraduate students, regardless of college or major. Students in the following majors may find this minor particularly relevant:

  • Education/teacher licensure programs
  • Kinesiology
  • Sport management
  • Youth studies

Minor requirements/course catalog

For the sports coaching minor program, see the University catalog for course offerings and requirements.

Advising

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Departmental Advisor
Tracey Hammell
Undergraduate Senior Academic Advisor
612-626-5098
thammel@umn.edu

Become a sports coaching minor

To apply, submit the application form.

Current undergraduate students may pursue either the minor or the certificate. It is not possible to graduate with both the sports coaching minor and the certificate.

Application deadlines

  • Fall semester: August 1
  • Spring semester: December 15
  • Summer semester: April 15