This version of the Coaching Principles online course does not include the Successful Coaching, Fourth Edition, text; it is assumed that purchasers of this course have already secured a copy of the Successful Coaching, Fourth Edition, text (print or ebook). The course includes one-year access to the Coaching Principles online course and its accompanying Coaching Successfully Manual and Coaching Aids (PDF downloads), the online 100-question test and automatic test scoring, certificate of course completion printable from the website, and entry in the National Coaches Registry. The course also includes a separate component containing CIF by-laws and separate CIF by-laws test. You will have immediate access to both courses upon purchase, and nothing will be shipped to you.

Audience

The “course/test only” option is reserved for students who have already secured/purchased a copy of the Successful Coaching text (either print or ebook) and only need access to the Coaching Principles and CIF by-laws tests.

Unit 1: Developing Your Coaching Philosophy
Introduction
Making the Tough Call With Good Decisions
Goals for Successful Coaching: The Developmental Dozen
Self-Awareness
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 2: Determining Your Coaching Objectives
Introduction
Coaching Objectives Assessment
Athletes First, Winning Second
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 3: Selecting Your Coaching Style
Introduction
The Three Styles
Refining Your Coaching Philosophy
Leadership and Vision
Team Culture and Other Factors
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 4: Coaching for Character
Introduction
Principles of Character
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 5: Coaching Diverse Athletes
Introduction
Coaching Scenarios
True Stories
Are You Crossing the Line With an Athlete?
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 6: Communicating With Your Athletes
Introduction
The Six Steps of Communication
Effective Communication
Improving Communication Skills
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 7: Motivating Your Athletes
Introduction
Having Fun
Optimal Activation
Positive Energy
Enhancing Athletes' Motivation
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 8: Managing Your Athletes' Behavior
Introduction
Positive Discipline
Steps to Prevent the Need for Discipline
Corrective Discipline
Team Rules
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 9: The Games Approach
Introduction
Which Approach?
Court Games
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 10: Teaching Technical Skills
Introduction
The Four Steps—Soccer Skills
The Four Steps—Wrestling Skills
Your Teaching Plan
Better Practice Principles
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 11: Teaching Tactical Skills
Introduction
Tactical Skill Instruction
Tactical Knowledge
Decision Training
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 12: Planning for Teaching
Introduction
Step 1: Identify the Skills Your Athletes Need
Step 2: Know Your Athletes
Step 3: Analyze Your Situation
Step 4: Establish Priorities
Step 5: Select the Methods for Teaching
Step 6: Plan Practices
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 13: Training Basics
Introduction
Components of Physical Fitness
Your Role in Physical Training
Training Principles
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 14: Training for Energy Fitness
Introduction
Physiology of Energy Systems
Evaluation
Designing a Training Program
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 15: Training for Muscular Fitness
Introduction
Muscle Anatomy
How Muscles Work
Evaluation
Designing a Training Program
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 16: Fueling Your Athletes
Introduction
Know Your Nutrients
Eating for Health and Performance
Hydration
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 17: Battling Drugs
Introduction
Drugs 101
Your Role in Prevention
When Athletes Have a Drug Problem
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 18: Managing Your Team
Introduction
The Seven Managers You Need to Be
Time Well Spent
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 19: Managing Relationships
Introduction
Interpersonal Skills
Resolving Conflict
Special Relationships
Working With Parents
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz

Unit 20: Managing Risk
Introduction
The Process
Coaches' Legal Duties
Coaching Roundtable
Summary
Quiz
Course Test

Additional Component: CIF By-Laws
School Information
State Coaching Information
What’s Next

Established in 1981 and rooted in an athlete-centered philosophy that places the developmental needs of athletes ahead of winning at all costs, Human Kinetics Coach Education courses and resources are customized and widely used by youth sport organizations, state high school associations, school districts, state departments of education, colleges and universities, and national governing bodies of Olympic sports to teach, train, and certify coaches.