B.S. in Sport Coaching and Recreation
The sport coaching and recreation track leads students towards a variety of roles within athletics, sport, and recreation. The program coursework goes beyond coaching skills and strategy to include content on physical and psychological aspects, motor and mental performance, and coaching effectiveness. In addition to foundation coursework, students will be complete multiple hands-on experiences and internships within coaching and community-based settings.
There is a vast range of Sport Coaching and Recreation career opportunities. In addition, most of these jobs come with good health and retirement benefits with entry level positions beginning around $30,000. Career prospects and experience can lead to management positions such as a Parks and Recreation Director where the salary ranges from an average of $46,000 to $72,000.
Our Program:
- Provides opportunities to coach in your specific sport setting, working with diverse populations
- Helps to create developmentally appropriate sessions to meet identified objectives
- Encourages you to become an advocate for the profession of coaching through state and federal organizations
- Helps to find internship opportunities with throughout Columbus and Ohio State Athletics
- Enhances your knowledge and management strategies to make an impact right away
