What Is Athletic Coaching?
Individuals in the athletic coaching program learn theoretical and practical applications through coursework to carry into their coaching careers. Online coursework is combined with in-person sessions for a hybrid experience.
Faculty in the Division of Kinesiology and Health are proud to facilitate endorsements
for individuals pursuing their career goals.
Dr. Ben Kern facilitates and is the instructor of record for all 18 courses which
are administered through the University of Wyoming’s WyoLearn Enrichment Catalog.
Our faculty’s commitment to the community is reflected in the endorsements we provide
at UW.
What can you do with an endorsement or a permit in Athletic Coaching?
Individuals who complete the athletic coaching program pursue careers as professional coaches. The coaching certificate program is accessible to all Wyoming and non-Wyoming coaches.
- Recreational Coach
- Elementary School Coach
- High School Coach
- College Coach
- Spectator Sport Coach
- Physical Education Teachers
- K-12 Educators
- K-12 Paraprofessionals
- Athletic Directors
- Youth Sports Coordinators
- College Graduate Assistants
- Substitute Teachers
- Camp Directors or Staff
Individuals who already hold a Wyoming Educator License can obtain an Athletic Coaching Endorsement after completing the required coursework to be added to their license. Individuals who do not hold a Wyoming Educator License but wish to coach in the state of Wyoming, can complete this program and obtain an Athletic Coaching Permit.
No. Once an individual has successfully completed the program, they do not need to complete the program again. They will be required to renew and meet any continuing education requirements laid out by their employer and/or Wyoming PTSB.
