Postgraduate diploma Coaching in Sports Psychology

Sports psychology has long studied how to enhance the personal development of athletes. In addition, it has contributed to identify the physical and mental problems caused by any sport practice. For this reason, professionals in this field are necessary before, during and after sports competitions. To this end, this program, under an online modality, focuses on showing the integral development of athletes, with the purpose of teaching the student to optimize sports performance, to cover the need to make a difference in the athlete and to attend to other aspects of great relevance, such as mental and psychological health, which are playing an increasingly important role in the sports context.

University certificate

duration

24 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

18 ECTS

financing up to

6 months

Price

The world's largest faculty of sports science”

Why study at TECH?

Through our virtual campus, you will receive a quality education with personalized attention for you"

It is no longer enough for the athlete to be fully prepared, physically, technically and strategically. Now, there is a need to make a difference and attend to other aspects of great importance such as mental aspects, which play an increasingly important role in the sports field. Today, athletes, coaches and people related to the world of sports seek to be closer to excellence and obtain optimal results. Therefore, the role of the Sports Psychology Coach is essential nowadays.

This Postgraduate diploma prepares students to acquire the competencies, resources and skills necessary for the development and professional practice as a Sports Coach and to increase their tools in their daily professional life. The graduate will learn to effectively manage the emotions and feelings generated by sport and enhance principles, values, attitudes and positive behaviors to develop the Coaching process with solvency.

In addition, as it is an online degree, the student is not conditioned by fixed schedules or the need to move to another physical location. You will be able to access a rich content that will help you reach the elite of Coaching in Sports Psychology at any time of the day, combining, at your own pace, your work and personal life with your academic life.

The educational rigor provided by TECH is highly contrasted. Former students are now successful professionals in different areas of sports psychology"

This Postgraduate diploma in Coaching in Sports Psychology contains the most complete and up to date educational program on the market. The most important features include:

The development of case studies presented by Masters in coaching and sports psychology
The graphic, schematic and eminently practical contents of the book provide practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will be instructed in the most updated contents of this field, including individual and collective coaching, dealing with injuries and athlete's readaptation"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

You will learn about the latest trends that are being applied in High Performance Sports Centers and in the most outstanding clubs"

Thanks to the practical part of this Postgraduate diploma, you will be able to perform, from the first day, as in the professional world"

Syllabus

Professionals in the sector have brought together in three modules the influence of mental control and personal balance for the improvement of sports performance. This Postgraduate diploma covers from the applications of coaching in the world of sports to the facilitation tools for the sports psychologist and coach, highlighting the role of the psychologist and coach in sports progress.

A program that brings together high-value content for the sports science professional to boost their career"

Module 1. Coaching Applications in the World of Sports

1.1. The Origins and Background of Coaching
1.2. Current Schools and Trends
1.3. Work Models
1.4. Differences Between Coaching and Other Approaches
1.5. Coach Competencies and Code of Ethics
1.6. Coactive Coaching
1.7. Basic Process of Individual Coaching
1.8. Methodology of a Sports Coaching Process
1.9. Design of Work Plans and Systemic and Team Coaching
1.10. Evaluation Process of Coaching

Module 2. Personal Branding and Management of Digital Tools

2.1. Interdisciplinary Work (Physical Therapist, Physiotherapist, Nutritionist, Physician, etc.)
2.2. Athlete Assessment Tools
2.3. Psychological Training of Specific Sports
2.4. Optimization of the Athlete's Learning and Search for Consistency in their Performance
2.5. Psychological Pyramid of Sports Performance
2.6. Psychological Approach to Injuries and Readaptation
2.7. Retirement in Professional Sports
2.8. Substance Use and Other Risks
2.9. Neuroscience Applied to Perception and Performance
2.10. Experiential Tools: Live Training

Module 3. The Pychologist and the Coach as Facilitators

3.1. Psychologist and Coach: Protagonists of the Process
3.2. Group and Team Dynamics
3.3. Reinforcement and Punishment
3.4. Concentration and Visualization
3.5. Values and Attitudes of Sport
3.6. Athlete's Personality
3.7. Evaluation and Diagnosis of Common Problems
3.8. Design of Workshops and Intervention Sessions
3.9. Intervention Phases and Sessions
3.10. Project Development and Applied Research

A program focused on enhancing the strengths of sports coaching through a Relearning system"

Postgraduate Diploma in Coaching in Sports Psychology

Coaching in sports psychology is a technique used to help athletes improve their performance by strengthening their psychological skills. It is a combination of sports psychology and coaching, with the goal of helping athletes achieve their goals and maximize their potential.

Sport psychology coaching is based on the idea that athletic performance depends not only on physical skills, but also on mental and emotional skills. Sports psychology coaching focuses on developing skills such as self-confidence, self-determination, stress management, concentration, emotional control and overcoming obstacles.

The sports psychology coach works with the athlete to understand their goals, values and needs. They help the athlete develop a plan and strategies to achieve their goals, and provides support and encouragement throughout the process.

The coach also helps identify and overcome obstacles that may be affecting the athlete's performance. Through different techniques, such as visualization, relaxation and hypnosis, the sports psychology coach can help athletes improve their mental focus, motivation and concentration, developing their mental and emotional strength.

Sports psychology coaching is a technique used to improve the performance of athletes by strengthening their psychological skills. The focus is on mental and emotional skills, with the aim of helping athletes achieve their goals and maximize their potential.

This academic program is designed to prepare students to work with athletes and sports teams, helping them improve their mental and physical performance through coaching and sports psychology techniques.