The Bachelor of Science degree in Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology provides students, athletes and those preparing for careers as coaches and sport practitioners with the knowledge of psychological theory and skills to enhance human behavior in the sport and exercise settings and the performing arts. This major explores social-psychological concepts such as motivation, self-confidence, anxiety or burnout, and how these concepts interact with the sport environment to influence athletes and performers.
Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology - B.S.
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Examples of Possible Careers
- Sport Coaching
- Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- Sports Nutritionist
- Athletic Training
With additional graduate work, graduates of this program could pursue employment as Performance Enhancement Specialists (PESs), Mental Performance Coaches, or Mental Conditioning Coaches, or work with performers in a variety of settings (e.g., college and professional sports and performing arts).
To practice in the field of Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology, graduate-level training is highly recommended. While some students find employment in a sports-related field (e.g., coaching, strength training) after graduating from the SEPP bachelor’s degree program, most students pursuing a career in this field secure a graduate degree.
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Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology - B.S.
Graduates of Â鶹ÊÓƵ's Bachelor of Science in Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology are prepared for various careers in the sport, exercise and performance psychology industry, including roles in management, consulting, and specialized fields.