KINE 4461U – Applied Topics in Sport and Exercise Psychology

The application of psychosocial theories and concepts is an important component of successful applied work in kinesiology. This course builds on the foundational concepts in HLSC 3020U and HLSC 3410U with emphases on applied sport and exercise psychology theories and interventions in real-world contexts and professional settings. In this course, the application of sport and exercise psychology strategies, interventions and programs are considered relative to a range of individual, task and environmental constraints. Topics include issues related to psychological skills, motivation, behaviour change, leadership, coaching, positive youth development programs, rehabilitation, age, disability and motor skill acquisition. This course will be of interest to those working with people in exercise, health and sport settings, and to those interested in promoting their own personal growth, wellbeing and performance.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): HLSC 3020U or HLSC 3410U or KINE 2030U or KINE 2110U