Additional Content
Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.
Survey of current theoretical perspectives, research, and applications of theory and techniques specific to the field of sports psychology. Course material entails engagement of theory, scientific methodology, and experiential exercises to facilitate the understanding of research as related to optimal performance in athletics and in life. Course topics include: the history and foundations of sport and exercise psychology, personality, attribution and cognition, leadership, motivation, goal setting, neuropsychology and physiology of arousal, attention, and psychological skills training.