Chabot College
Fall 2010
Course Outline for Physical Education 27
PRINCIPLES OF COACHING INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS
Catalog Description:
27 – Principles of Coaching Interscholastic Sports
(May be repeated three times)
2 units
Theory, principles, and ethics of coaching interscholastic sports with emphasis on the fundamentals and
techniques of coaching. Course completion certificate available upon completion (with grade of “C” or
higher). 2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory.
[Typical Contact hours lecture 35, laboratory 17.5]
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for the Students:
Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:
1. demonstrate the legal responsibilities of the coach;
2. demonstrate understanding of the appropriate code of conduct for coaches;
3. identify and alter potential injury situations;
4. care for athletic injuries related to the sport(s);
5. perform leadership skills and drills necessary to conduct effective interscholastic sports programs;
6. identify psychological traits essential for effective participation as team members.
Course Content:
1. Safety procedures for the interscholastic sports(s)
2. Care and prevention of athletic injuries
3. Purchasing of equipment
4. Legal aspects of coaching
5. Introduction to methods and techniques of teaching the interscholastic sport(s)
6. Observations of selected interscholastic contests
7. Scheduling of practice sessions and games
8. Recruitment of student-athletes
9. Review of state mandates of Title V
10. Review of literature on employment opportunities
11. Social, psychological and physical aspects of coaching
12. The parent and the coach
13. Scouting preparation
14. Banquet and travel organization
Methods of Presentation:
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Lecture
Discussion
Guest speakers
Films – Video
Observations
Chabot College
Course Outline for Physical Education 27, Page 2
Fall 2010
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Typical Assignments
a. Homework
b. Preparation classroom discussion and presentation
2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
a. Quizzes
b. Final examination
c. Written observation
Textbook:
Coaching: A Realistic Perspective, Ralph J. Sabock, Collegiate Press, 2008
Special Student Material:
None
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Spring 2010