Program Overview

College Athlete Development Graduate Certificate

The College Athlete Development Graduate Certificate offers a holistic approach to understanding and supporting athletes in the ever-changing landscape of college athletics. This program is designed for professionals who wish to acquire the knowledge and skills to provide educational and holistic development opportunities for college athletes.

Program Details

• The program consists of 12 credit hours.
• The tuition fee is $570.43 per credit hour.
• The program is 100% online.

Admission Requirements

All students are required to meet the general university admission requirements. Additional documentation includes:

• Professional resume or curriculum vitae
• 1-2 page statement of goals and professional experience, including:
  • Career and professional goals and aspirations, and how being accepted to the program will benefit these goals and aspirations
  • The reason for interest in seeking the graduate certificate
  • Evidence of motivation, leadership, and strong work ethic
  • Professional experiences that support application
• Minimum 3.0 GPA over the last two years of undergraduate study.

Careers

The College Athlete Development Graduate Certificate will benefit professionals in the fields of athletic advising, student-athlete development, college sports, career planning, and more.

Curriculum

The required curriculum consists of 12 credits, including:

• EDCEP 854 - College Student Athletes (3 credits)
• EDCEP 864 - Current Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics (3 credits)
• EDCEP 863 - Trends in Career Development (3 credits)
• EDCEP 837 - Individualized Learning Experience in Higher Education (3 credits)

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• Academic Advising Masters
• Academic Advising Graduate Certificate