Certificate in Sports Psychology

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<small>Certificate in </small><span>Sports Psychology</span>


Certificate in Sports Psychology

Course Code VPS019
Qualification Certificate
Payment Options Upfront & Payment Plans
Delivery Online & Correspondence
Duration 600 Hours

Sports Psychology
 

Sports Psychology is the science that examines the individual's psychology and their participation in sport. A person's state of mind can have a dramatic influence on their sporting performance. Looking at the interactions between psychology and sporting performance can give us great insight into tools and techniques to select and coach athletes to victory - whatever that might be for them. 

 Sports psychologists provide two major types of services –

  • Counselling – in areas that affect the athlete. 

  • Develop strategies that enhance performance.

Examples of the type of work they may be involved in–

 

  • Helping elite athletes and sports persons to develop strategies to deal with competition and training.

  • Helping coaches and managers in their communication and interpersonal skills

  • Working with health promotion staff to increase the motivation to exercise and maintain the exercise in individuals who are mainly sedentary.

  • Using research to maximise practice and fitness regimes.

  • Counselling individuals who have been injured.

  • Advising younger sports persons on how to deal with family, problems, disappointment, homesickness etc.

Modules

These modules provide foundation knowledge for the Certificate in Sports Psychology.

  • Motivation
  • Sports Psychology
  • Sports Nutrition

Elective Modules

In addition to the core modules, students study any 3 of the following 13 modules:

  • Industry Project
  • Anger Management
  • Biopsychology
  • Health and Wellbeing
  • Human Nutrition
  • Introduction to Psychology
  • Leadership
  • Personal Energy Management
  • Research Project
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Nutrition for Weight Loss
  • Life Coaching
  • Psychopharmacology

For more information on this course, please request your free course information pack.

 

Finance options

If you are an Irish citizen you may be eligible to receive financial support, meaning you can defer payment of your course fees. Additionally, if you are a resident of Ireland, you may also be eligible to receive a student grant under the Student Grant Scheme

Student support

We live in a society where the pressures of daily living are high with financial expenses, personal and work commitments, and mortgage and rental obligations. Then there are the unexpected life challenges that also get thrown our way. With this in mind the thought of taking on study can be daunting for most people. Here at Learning Cloud we understand that life doesn’t run in a straight line it has many ups and downs.

As an enrolled student at Learning Cloud, you are entitled to access a variety of non-academic support services from the Student Services Unit. These supports are designed to walk beside you throughout your studies they will assist you in life’s ups and downs to provide you the best opportunity to successfully complete your chosen course.

STUDENT SERVICES PROGRAMS INCLUDE:

  • Careers Counselling Service
  • General Counselling Service
  • Disability Liaison Service
  • Retention & Engagement Service
  • Student Activities
  • Accommodation
  • E Counselling
  • Your-Tutor
  • Parent support
  • Reasonable Adjustment Plan (RAP)

Call our student support today on 041 214 0000 or Email Faculty

Get more information

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How will this course advance my career?

Learning Cloud programs have been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks and Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.

Studies prove, time and again, that college-educated workers earn more than those with only a high school qualification. College graduates often enjoy additional benefits, including greater job opportunities and promotions. Though the proof for greater earning potential exists, some might wonder whether the cost of the education warrants the overall expense in the long run.

College Graduate vs. Non-Graduate Earnings

The National Centre for Education Statistics (NCES) analyses employee earnings data biennially, according to education level. Findings indicate that workers with a qualification earn significantly more than those without. Since the mid-1980s, education has played a large part in potential wages, with bachelor's degree holders taking home an average of 66% more than those with only a high school diploma do. While college-educated workers' wages have increased over the past two decades, those with only a high school education have seen decreases in annual salaries in the same time period (nces.ed.gov).

How else will I benefit from studying with Learning Cloud?

  • Studying online or distance means you can study where you want and at your own pace.
  • Receive career-focused training with practical, hands-on learning.
  • All course materials are provided and all digital platforms are interactive, work on any device and designed to be fun.
  • Recognition of Prior Learning or Skills Recognition may be available for previous work experience, formal training or qualifications in this field.

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