BEHL 465 Sports Psychology

This course will provide an overview of the field of sports psychology and exercise science. Students will learn how to apply psychological concepts to competition, exercise, and health. Topics include resilience, concentration, motivation, personality, and attention. Relevant research will also be covered.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Become familiar with psychological principles that affect performance in sports and exercise.
2. Develop skills in common psychological interventions for achieving goals and maintaining gains.
3. Understand how psychological variables influence participation and performance in sport and physical activity.
4. Understand how participation in sport influences the psychological characteristics of an individual athlete.
5. Acquire skills and knowledge about sports psychology that can be applied to the careers of coach, athlete, or mental health practitioner.
6. Gain practical experience in goal setting, behavior change, and maintenance of gains.
7. Learn more about yourself as a person and as a sports professional.