PEC 299 - Theory and Technique of Coaching 2 cr.

One of the mandated courses leading to coaching certification in New York State, this is a two‐part course which includes: Part I (15 hours) Commonalities of All Sports: Topics covered in Part I include rules and regulations related to coaching interscholastic athletics in New York State; techniques and teaching strategies in the coaching profession; personal and professional roles of coaches; practice and game organization; pre‐season, in‐season and off‐season responsibilities of coaches; general safety procedures; negligence and liability; and relationships with sports officiating. Part II (60 hours) Coaching of Specific Sports: Students are assigned internships with local interscholastic coaches in the specific sport desired. Coaching schedule, as well as coaching duties and responsibilities, is determined by the instructor, the interscholastic coach, and the student intern.