Continuing Education Course Descriptions

CEB 305 Sociology of Sports
Designed to introduce students to the mutual influences that sports and society share. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEB 310 History of Sports
A study of the development of competition from its beginnings to the highly organized forms of sport. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEB 361 Contemporary Issues in Sports
Designed to introduce students to current social issues and the impact on sports at all levels of participation. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEB 368 Sports Psychology
A focus on the study of motivational phenomena that affect individual athlete and team performances. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEB 371 Sports Coaching Methodology
Designed to provide students with a conceptual blueprint for teaching sport and the fundamentals associated with sports coaching. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEB 373 Scientific Principles of Coaching
Designed to teach coaches how to apply scientific principles to sports coaching. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEB 561 Contemporary Issues in Sports
Designed to help students understand the role of sport in society. Topics explore current issues in sport such as gender equity, substance abuse and racial equity. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEB 563 Psychological Aspects of Sports Medicine
A study of the psychological and sociological aspects of sports medicine programming and the application of such in the development of motivational and behavioral modification strategies. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEB 566 Psychological Aspects of Health and Fitness Programming
A study of the psychological and sociological aspects of health and fitness programming and the application of such in the development of effective motivational and behavioral modification strategies. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEB 568 Sports Psychology
The study of human behavior in sport and exercise settings. The course is designed to provide students with the latest research along with exploring theories of individual personality and motivational behaviors in sports participation. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEB 571 Sports Coaching Methodology
Designed to provide students with a theoretical base for teaching sport and sport skills with practical application. Includes the development of a coaching philosophy with an emphasis upon ethics in coaching. Also, a review of the impact of contemporary trends and issues on coaching is presented along with a study of managerial skills common to all coaching activities. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEB 572 Coaching Certification Level I
The course provides an overview of the important aspects universal to coaching all sports. Topics explored are ethics, sports administration, coaching methodology, conditioning and nutrition, injury prevention, immediate care, rehabilitation and sports psychology. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEB 595 Sports Coaching Clinic
Requires a minimum of 10 hours attendance and/or participation (for each CEU transferred) in a coaching clinic organized by a recognized sport governing body. (1-4 CEUs) For more information or to purchase this course, call (251)626-3303 ext.7152.

CED 320 Applied Sports Performance
Designed to cover the complete spectrum of training intensity. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CED 346 Sports Medicine
An overview of sport-related injuries and the application of emergency treatment. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CED 546 Seminar in Sports Medicine
An overview of the sports medicine profession. The course is designed to help students assess their strengths and weaknesses. A plan for enhancing skills is discussed. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CED 548 Advanced Assessment in Sports Medicine
The course is designed to enhance student assessment techniques in the evaluation of athletic injuries. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CED 556 Sports and Fitness Nutrition
The study of the importance of nutrition in the enhancement of sports performance and the prevention of disease. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CED 558 Ergogenic Aids and Sports Performance
A study of research and research findings on the physiological and psychological effects of ergogenic aids on sports performance. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CED 562 Scientific Principles of Resistance Training
The study of resistance training including physiological and psychological aspects, basic concepts and principles, types of programs and training and benefits for specific populations. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CED 587 Management Strategies in Sports Medicine
The study of the basic concepts, theories and organization of management as applied to the field of sports medicine. Topics emphasized include organizational structure and function, program development and administration, human resource management, financial management, inventory control, information management, insurance issues and legal considerations in sports medicine. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CED 591 Treatment Procedures in Sports Medicine
The study of modalities including the physiological effects, rationale, principles and methods of applying physical agents, therapeutic exercises and evaluation and treatment planning in the practice of sports medicine. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEE 521 Principles of Fitness and Health
The study of the importance of physical activity in the enhancement of performance, quality of life and prevention of disease. The course examines the principles of physical activity as it relates to both athlete and non-athlete. Additionally, the course includes the physiological aspects of physical activity and how it affects the body in terms of overall health. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 422 Structure and Function of Sports
An analysis of professional and amateur sport organizations from a philosophical, historical and operational perspective. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 505 Sports for All
An examination of the various international organizations and federations that govern sport activities and participation. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 542 Sports Business and Personnel Management
The study of the principles of personnel management including staffing and development of human resources as applied to sport. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 543 Sports Administration
The study of basic concepts, theories and organization of administration. The managerial environment, ethics, social responsibilities and strategic management are also explored. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 544 Sports Marketing
A study of sport marketing principles and the elements of the marketing mix. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 545 Sports Finance
The study of basic financial concepts, systems, business structures, funding, financial planning and financial issues as they relate to sports. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 549 Sports Public Relations
A study of the nature, content and application of public relations in sport programs. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 550 Sports Fundraising
A study of the concepts involved in sports fundraising activities. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 582 Sports Facilities
The study of the principles, guidelines and recommendations for planning and maintaining indoor and outdoor sport and fitness facilities. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 583 Sports Facilities and Event Management
The study of the principles involved in planning, marketing, producing and evaluating sports events and facilities. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 586 Sports Law and Risk Management
Introduces students to the fundamental tenets of the law and familiarizes them with the legal structure and accompanying terminology. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 592 Introduction to the Business of Sports Agents
Designed to help students aspiring to work with elite athletes. An emphasis is placed on NCAA rules and state regulations surrounding recruitment and potential pitfalls. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 594 Student Life Skills
Designed for athletic administrators and coaches to assist students in making the transition from interscholastic sports to college athletics. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 700 Current Topics in Sports Administration
Current issues in sports as they relate to administration and management are examined. Included is a critical review of current literature. (4 CEUs) For more information or to purchase this course, call (251)626-3303 ext. 7152.

CEM 730 Sports Leadership Principles
An examination of the theory, practice and leadership principles in sports management. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CEM 734 Ethics in Sports
A survey of the development, practice and application of ethics as applied to sports and business. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CER 332 Sports Strength and Conditioning
An approach to assessing and enhancing sport performance through improving strength and cardiovascular endurance. Included is a focus on injury prevention. Purchase Now!

CER 505 Human Anatomy and Physiology
A study of the structure and function of the various systems of the human body. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CER 511 Sports Performance Enhancement
Designed to introduce students to the concepts and principles of skill mechanics, performance analysis and teaching techniques. The use of technology to enhance sport performance of athletes is also featured. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CER 525 Sports Strength and Conditioning
A study of strength and conditioning as it relates to cardiovascular endurance in the enhancement of performance. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CER 526 Personal Training
Combines sport science and entrepreneurial principles in the design and implementation of a personal training regimen. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CER 575 Introduction to Sports Research
The development of professional and technical writing skills, reading, understanding and planning research studies is examined. (4 CEUs) For more information or to purchase this course, call (251)626-3303 ext. 7152.

CER 587 Management Strategies in Health & Fitness
The study of the basic concepts, theories and organization of management applied to the field of health and fitness. Topics emphasized include organizational structure and function, program development and administration, human resource management, financial management, inventory control, information management, insurance issues and legal considerations in health and fitness. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CES 378 Coaching Volleyball
A focus on the specific fundamentals necessary for coaching volleyball. Emphasis is placed on teaching skills, techniques and drills. Planning, preparation and administration of practices and competitions are covered, along with a program evaluation for continued improvement. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CES 508 Coaching Baseball
A focus on the specific fundamentals necessary for coaching baseball. Emphasis is placed on teaching skills, techniques and drills. Planning, preparation and administration for the various phases of the season are covered, along with a program evaluation for continued improvement. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CES 513 Coaching Basketball
A focus on the specific fundamentals necessary for coaching basketball. Emphasis is placed on teaching skills, techniques and drills. Planning, preparation and administration for the various phases of the season are covered, along with a program evaluation for continued improvement. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CES 514 Men’s Bodybuilding
A study of modern coaching trends in men’s bodybuilding. Training methods used for building muscle, strength and endurance are examined. Nutritional information regarding workout and training practices is also included. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CES 515 Women’s Bodybuilding
Modern trends in women’s bodybuilding include the development of the sport of bodybuilding and weight training techniques. Exercises, routines, contest preparation, equipment, nutrition, body shaping, posing and publicity are all examined from the beginner to the advanced level. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CES 532 Coaching Football
A focus on the specific fundamentals necessary for coaching football. Emphasis is placed on teaching skills, techniques and drills. Planning, preparation and administration for the various phases of the season are covered, along with a program evaluation for continued improvement. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CES 534 Coaching Golf
A focus on the specific fundamentals necessary for coaching golf. Emphasis is placed on teaching skills, techniques and drills. Planning, preparation and administration for the various phases of the season are covered, along with a program evaluation for continued improvement. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CES 563 Coaching Soccer
A focus on the specific fundamentals necessary for coaching soccer. Emphasis is placed on teaching skills, techniques and drills. Planning, preparation and administration for the various phases of the season are covered, along with a program evaluation for continued improvement. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CES 566 Coaching Softball
A focus on the specific fundamentals necessary for coaching softball. Emphasis is placed on teaching skills, techniques and drills. Planning, preparation and administration for the various phases of the season are covered, along with a program evaluation for continued improvement. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CES 576 Coaching Tennis
A focus on the specific fundamentals necessary for coaching tennis. Emphasis is placed on teaching skills, techniques and drills. Planning and preparation for practices and competition are covered, along with a program evaluation for continued improvement. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CPT 597 Individualized Study
Individual study directed by a faculty member in a specific area of interest. Prior approval from the Dean of Academic Affairs is needed to register. (4 CEUs) For more information or to purchase this course, call (251)626-3303 ext. 7152.

CPT 598 Mentorship
200 supervised contact hours in a specific area of interest directed by a supervisor and approved by the Dean of Academic Affairs. This course is also included in the Sports Diploma Program and may be taken as part of that program. Purchase Now!

CRE 585 Communication and Leadership in Recreational Organizations
The connection between communications and management functions are examined. The course explores both the objective elements of communication, including understanding the concepts of the sender, message, channel and receiver, and the subjective elements of communication including assumptions, purpose, intention and audience. (4 CEUs) Purchase Now!

CSS 500 Coordinator of Student Services (CSS) Training
The course is designed for those individuals interested in becoming a Coordinator of Student Services (CSS) for the United States Sports Academy. All Coordinators must take and pass this course.