Master’s in Coaching Education
Ohio University’s online master’s degree in Coaching Education program is designed to prepare graduates to become successful long-term coaches at all levels of athletics.
The master’s degree in Coaching Education curriculum will take students 2 years to complete. Students are required to complete one 4-5 day on-campus “Global Sport Coaching Seminar” during the summer term.

The online program includes in-depth discussions and hands-on projects that directly relate to coaching and improving athletic performance at both the individual and team level. In addition to traditional learning methods, students in the Coaching Education program learn and network with other active coaches and the coaching education faculty through online discussions, group collaboration, direct chats, blogs, and discussion boards.
Master’s Degree in Coaching Education Topics Include:
| • Management and Leadership in Sport | • Psychology of Sport Coaching |
| • Foundations of Sport Coaching I | • Ethics and Diversity in Sport Coaching |
| • Foundations of Sport Coaching II | • Introduction to the National Standards |
| • Performance and Conditioning for Sport Coaches | • Injury Prevention & Risk Management |
| • Coaching Tactics | • Research Methods for Sports Performance |
| • Finance for Sport Coaches | • Introduction to Sport Coaching Education |
| • Coach Performance Evaluation |
Attend the Global Sport Coaching Seminar: This 4-5 day on-campus session takes place during the summer term with some of the nation’s top coaches. Experience these benefits: Networking with multiple cohorts and build credibility, hear keynote speakers addressing hot-topic discussions with follow-up Q&A session, conduct mock interviews to help prepare you for future opportunities, model teaching – 6 minutes to teach a technique & be evaluated, walk away with coaching materials for future reference and learn a variety of coaching techniques that transcend across sports.
What if I am unable to come to Ohio for the on-campus session? Is there another option?
Hi Brad! The best person to answer program requirements would be Trevor, your Enrollment Advisor. His contact information is t.goodworth@onlineprograms.ohio.edu or 1-866-939-5791 X 617. I will pass this question along to Trevor and he will be in contact with you to discuss the options with you further!
Do you think it is possible to do this while being a full time coach, recruiting responsibilities, team travel for competitions, etc. and being a single mom with two kids along with their activities? How much would you consider the time requirement to be?
Hi Veronica,
Your Enrollment Advisor, Michael Minton, will be in touch to answer your questions. He may be reached at 1-866-939-5791 x 367 or m.minton2@onlineprograms.ohio.edu. Thank you.
I have taken a number of classes through Drake University. I already have a Masters Degree in Secondary Education Administration. I have coached HS athletics for over 30 years, however I think an additional degree in this field will allow me to more easily move. Can some of my Drake University credits transfer. Based on course descriptions, many of the courses cover the same materials or concepts.
Hi James,
Frank Passeggiata, your Enrollment Advisor, will contact you to answer your questions. He may be reached at f.passeggiata@onlineprograms.ohio.edu or 866 939 5791 ext 434. Thanks.
How long does it take to complete the degrees. and what is the cost per class
Hi Chris – Trevor Goodworth, our Enrollment Advisor, will be in touch to discuss the program. He may be reached at t.goodworth@onlineprograms.ohio.edu or 1-866-939-5791 X 617. Thanks.
I was looking into the coaching degree, but don’t understand the respones listed in the Q&A. There is no direct answer and everything is pushed to the advisor. Might want to track these types of trends, does’t look good..J
Hi Jay,
We encourage you to speak with an Enrollment Advisor as they will be able to qualify you for the program, provide insight, and answer all the questions that you have. They are a great resource for you to utilize. Michael Minton, will be in touch to discuss the program. He may be reached at 1-866-939-5791 x 367 or m.minton2@onlineprograms.ohio.edu.
The Q&A section includes appropriate answers for some of the more frequent questions we receive and are there to help guide you. Thank you.
I am very interested in your program, I am trying to find out what is the cost per credit hour? I am an active duty soldier, I gradutated from college back in 99 and would like to seek my master’s in Coaching Education. You assistance would be greatly appreciated in this matter.
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SSG Stewart, Claudius
United States Army
Hi Claudius,
Your Enrollment Advisor, Sean Dove, will be in-touch to discuss the program. He may be reached at s.dove@onlineprograms.ohio.edu amd 866-939-5791 x5035. Thanks.
hello .my name is James ,and I from africa two years ago ,and I was trying to find out ,how can I get to completed my Education of coachin skill with you people .
Hi James,
Trevor Goodworth, your Enrollment Advisor, will be able to answer your questions. He may be reached at 1-866-939-5791 X 5096 or t.goodworth@onlineprograms.ohio.edu. Thank you!
After you complete the program is there any sort of job placement oppurtunities. I coach at the high school level now and would like to coach at the college level.
What is the cost per hour for out of state applicants?
Hi Amy, The cost per credit hour for the MCE program is $573 for out of state residents.
Hi Rob,
Please let us know the questions you need answers to. I didn’t see the questions you were referencing. Thanks.