Program Overview

Graduate Certificate and Master of High Performance Coaching & Technical Leadership

The UBC Master of High Performance Coaching and Technical Leadership (MHPCTL) is an internationally recognized three-year, 30-credit specialized program for experienced sport coaches and technical leaders who are looking to advance their careers. It provides a strong foundation for present and future coaches and leaders by developing knowledge and skills in the interpretation and use of research, balanced with applied coaching practice.

Program Overview

This program aims to enhance the profession of coaching in Canada and help develop the next generation of coaches and technical leaders for Canada, upholding national coaching standards. The program will be integrated into the sport federations’ national coaching qualifications, providing the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Advanced Coaching Diploma together with academic credentials.

Mission

The mission of the program is to enhance the profession of coaching in Canada and help develop the next generation of coaches and technical leaders for Canada, upholding national coaching standards.

Admission Requirements & How to Apply

• The program is designed for experienced sport coaches and technical leaders.
• Applicants may be eligible for one of ten, $1,000 10th Anniversary Entrance Awards.

Tuition

• The program is a 30-credit specialized program.

Courses & Schedule

• The program provides a strong foundation for present and future coaches and leaders by developing knowledge and skills in the interpretation and use of research, balanced with applied coaching practice.

FAQs

• This year’s applicants may be eligible for one of ten, $1,000 10th Anniversary Entrance Awards.
• The program is an internationally recognized three-year, 30-credit specialized program.

People

• The program is designed for experienced sport coaches and technical leaders.

Research Areas

The School of Kinesiology has various research areas, including:

• Biological and Physiological Studies in Kinesiology
• Indigenous Studies in Kinesiology
• Neuromechanical Studies in Kinesiology
• Psychological Studies in Kinesiology
• Socio-Cultural Studies in Kinesiology
• Research Centres and Clusters

Graduate Certificate and Master of High Performance Coaching & Technical Leadership Program Details

• The program is a three-year, 30-credit specialized program.
• The program provides a strong foundation for present and future coaches and leaders by developing knowledge and skills in the interpretation and use of research, balanced with applied coaching practice.
• The program aims to enhance the profession of coaching in Canada and help develop the next generation of coaches and technical leaders for Canada, upholding national coaching standards.