Sport Psychology Minor

The Sport Psychology Minor will introduce students to the discipline of sport psychology through relevant coursework in the Exercise Science and Psychology Departments. This breadth of content will allow students to develop knowledge of both the physical and mental aspects of sports performance.

Coursework from the Sport Psychology Minor can also be used towards requirements to become a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology. While becoming a CMPC does require a graduate degree, undergraduate courses can count towards three of the eight required knowledge areas.

Demand for sport psychology services has grown in the last decade due to an increased desire for understanding how competitors can optimize their mindset to improve performance and an increased interest in how mental health issues interact with performance. This minor is ideal for anyone interested in becoming a sport psychology consultant who can work with athletes, coaches, and parents on the above issues, but other sports professionals could benefit from this knowledge too. More specifically, the minor supports students interested in careers such as:

• Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC)
• Counseling Psychologist (focused on athletes)
• Sport Team Coach
• Athletic Trainer
• Strength & Conditioning Coach
• Sport Management
• Sports Journalist