2021-2022 Pierce College Catalog 
    
    Apr 19, 2024  
2021-2022 Pierce College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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KINS 263 Sport and Exercise Psychology (3 credits)



Course Description
A course designed to introduce students to the study of people and their behaviors in sports and exercise settings. Students will also identify innovative strategies for use in coaching and facilitating both lifestyle change and performance enhancement. 

Student Outcomes
1. Articulate one’s own experiences of peak performance.

2. Demonstrate the techniques used to engage, motivate, build confidence, and assist with adherence to exercise and enhanced sports performance such as: goal setting, imagery, self-rating tools, cognitive techniques, and mental skills training.

3. Discuss the implementation and use of behavior management techniques for sports teams and group exercise settings.

4. Discuss and articulate the unique psychological factors related to injury and rehabilitation.

5. Compare and contrast various gender and cultural consideration for sport and exercise environments.

6. Demonstrate leadership techniques to enhance effective group dynamics and cohesion with sports teams.



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