<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>As a student of National University's Master of Education with a specialization in Athletic Coaching program, you will have the opportunity to study various educational theories and practices while developing a deeper understanding of coaching strategies and issues. In area of specialization courses, you can choose from courses that address leadership methods, sports ethics, nutrition for performance and training, exercise program design, speed training, and coaching philosophies. General coursework addresses current issues in education, cultural relationships in educational settings, communication practices, and methods for building relationships between schools and communities. All students must complete an extensive research project in education in the program's capstone course. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>Before enrolling in National University's Master of Education with a specialization in Athletic Coaching program, you must have already earned a bachelor's degree and possibly have taken prior courses in education, sports management, or exercise science. Strong communication and organizational skills are important. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>You will be required to complete 30 credits to earn National University's Master of Education with a specialization in Athletic Coaching. Coursework is taken in a specific sequence as shown below. </p> <p><u>Courses for a Master of Education with a specialization in Athletic Coaching</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Number</th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td><b>Required Courses</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>EDU 5000</td><td>Foundations for Graduate Study in Education</td></tr> <tr><td>ED 5022</td><td> Educational Policies and Practices</td></tr> <tr><td>ED 5001</td><td>Contemporary Issues in Education</td></tr> <tr><td>ED 5034</td><td>School Community Relations</td></tr> <tr><td>ED 5023</td><td>Multicultural Relationships in Educational Organizations</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Specialization Courses</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>Select four courses from the following:</td><td /></tr> <tr><td>AC 5000</td><td>Leadership in Coaching Today's Athlete</td></tr> <tr><td>AC 5002</td><td>Legal Aspects in Coaching</td></tr> <tr><td>AC 5004</td><td>Ethics in Sports</td></tr> <tr><td>AC 5006</td><td>Sport Nutrition</td></tr> <tr><td>AC 5008</td><td>Coaching Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>AC 5010</td><td>Performance Enhancement in Sport</td></tr> <tr><td>AC 5012</td><td>Coaching Fundamentals of Speed Development</td></tr> <tr><td>AC 5014</td><td> Coaching Theory, Methods, and Issues</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Capstone Course</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>ED 6003</td><td> PK-12 Specialization Action Research Capstone</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>As a graduate of National University's Master of Education with a specialization in Athletic Coaching program, you could seek employment in the athletic departments of elementary, middle, or high schools or at the collegiate level. Your responsibilities might include coaching players, managing department staff, or overseeing the design and implementation of sports programs. Positions you could pursue include: </p> <ul><li>Head Coach </li><li>Academic Sports Director </li><li>Recreational Sports Manager</li></ul>