This degree or certificate provides students a foundation in evidence-based coaching
theories and effective practices to prepare students to become sports coaches for
community or competitive sports. Communication techniques, sports-skills development
and ethical standards are emphasized, along with considerations for coaching a diverse
population of athletes across all ages, racial backgrounds, competition levels and
abilities. Students should be able to perform moderate physical activity and communicate
verbally in English before starting this program, and are encouraged to practice their
focus sport(s) through PE sports classes or intercollegiate sports competition prior
to and/or during the program.
The Associate of Science degree is granted to students who have completed at least
12 semester units of the required 60-degree applicable semester units at Glendale
Community College. The required 60 semester units must include all of the following:
(1) Completion of the courses required in the major or area of emphasis with a grade
of “C” or better, or a “P” grade. (2) Completion of one of the following general education
patterns: GCC General Education Requirements or the California General Education Transfer
Curriculum (Cal-GETC) requirements. (3) A minimum GPA of 2.0 in the required 60 semester
units.
The Certificate is granted to students who have completed at least 12 semester units
of the required courses at Glendale Community College. All courses must be completed
with a grade of “C” or better, or a “P” grade.
Program Learning Outcome: Upon completion of this program students will be able to evaluate, compare and examine
skill development, different types of tactics and strategies, coaching philosophies,
leadership styles, and practice organization to enhance the growth of student athletes;
develop and examine the value of effective communication with administration, parents,
officials and student athletes to facilitate positive social growth; and recognize
ethical and social responsibilities in the area of coaching and how to work through
ethical dilemmas in sports.
Associate of Science Program Map
Certificate Program Map
| REQUIRED COURSES FOR MAJOR/CERTIFICATE |
UNITS |
| HLTH 101 |
First Aid |
1 |
| KIN 157 |
Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries |
3 |
| KIN 167 |
Weight Training and Conditioning I |
1.5 |
| KIN 168 |
Weight Training and Conditioning II |
1.5 |
| KIN 170 |
Sports Coaching Theory |
3 |
| PSYCH 170 |
Sports Psychology |
3 |
| CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING |
| KIN 171 |
Small Sports Teams Theory |
2 |
| KIN 151 |
Applied Exercise Science |
4 |
| KIN 144 |
Baseball Theory |
2 |
| KIN 146 |
Advanced Baseball Theory |
2 |
| CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING |
| HLTH 128 |
Nutrition for Physical Fitness and Disease Prevention |
3 |
| NUTR 125 |
Elements of Nutrition |
3 |
| CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING |
| ETH S 110 |
Contemporary Ethnic Women |
3 |
| ETH S 121 |
Ethnic Racial Minorities |
3 |
| ENGL C1000 |
Academic Reading and Writing |
4 |
CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING
|
| PE 140 |
Badminton I |
1 |
| PE 150 |
Basketball I |
1 |
| PE 202 |
Golf I |
1 |
| PE 210 |
Flag Football I |
1 |
| PE 217 |
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu I |
1 |
| PE 220 |
Kickboxing I |
1 |
| PE 238 |
Soccer I |
1 |
| PE 256 |
Pickleball I |
1 |
| PE 261 |
Tennis I |
1 |
| PE 274 |
Volleyball I |
1 |
| TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED |
22-25 |
Units for the major may be double counted for Cal-GETC or GCC General Education. Elective
units may be used to reach the 60-unit degree requirement.
NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES. SEE A COUNSELOR
FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.
Fall 2025
|
GCC Catalog 2025-2026 |
| Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented
above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor
or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see
the catalog from that year. |
