Transfer Planning for Coaching, B.S.
SUNY Cortland recommends that students complete the following courses prior to transfer. The transfer credit limit from a 2-year college is 64 credits. Of those, 40 major-required credits can be transferred. Students who complete their General Education requirements prior to transfer will have their General Education requirements met at SUNY Cortland.
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Cortland Degree Requirements |
Complete at current college |
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Communication 1 (GEC1): CPN 100 Writing Studies I |
________ (GE & major required) |
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Communication 2 (GEC2): CPN 101 Writing Studies II |
________ (GE & major required) |
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Communication – Presentation (GECP): EXS 410 Ethics in Sports |
________ (GE & major required) |
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Diversity: Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice (GEDI): EXS 290 Social Problems & Issues in Sport and Exercise |
________ (GE & major required) |
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Mathematics (GEMA): |
________ (required GE) |
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Natural Sciences (GENS) (3-4 cr.): BIO 110 Principles of Biology I (4 cr.) |
________ (GE & major required) |
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Humanities (GEHU): |
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Social Sciences (GESS): PSY 101 Introductory Psychology |
_________ (major required) |
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The Arts (GEAR): |
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US History & Civic Engagement (GEUS): |
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World History & Global Awareness (GEWH): |
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World Languages (GEWL): (Sign language is acceptable) |
_____ Level I (required for B.S.) |
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Cortland Major Requirements |
Complete at current college |
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BIO 301 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4 cr.) |
_______________ |
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BIO 302 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4 cr.) |
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EXS 100 Intro to Kinesiology OR EXS 197 History and Philosophy of Physical Education and Sport |
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EXS 397 Exercise Physiology I |
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PSY 333 Developmental Psychology |
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CAP 100 Intro to Computer Applications |
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HLH 120 Responding to Emergencies (2 cr.) |
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PED 282 Health-Related Physical Fitness (1 cr.) |
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PED 189 Aquatics (1 cr.) |
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PED 1XX Elective Activity Courses (2 cr.) |
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*For more information about transfer equivalencies, please visit SUNY Transfer Path.
Coaching
School of Professional Studies
The program requirements pertain to the Undergraduate Catalog and are intended as a guide for academic planning. Students currently on SUNY campuses should consult their academic advisor for additional choices in general education categories when any course is recommended.
- To view all required courses for the program and Cortland’s General Education courses, see the most current undergraduate Catalog.
- Use the transfer equivalency tables to choose equivalents at your transfer college.
- If you plan to transfer before you complete your associate’s degree, you can still earn your degree via Reverse Transfer.
About Coaching
Coaching’s key attributes are strong teaching skills, motivation to work hard and excellent communication. At SUNY Cortland, you’ll hone your ability to teach athletic skills, learn how to provide generalized fitness training and encourage athletes to excel in physical and competitive environments. Athletes and coaches motivate each other to perform at higher levels; their relationship demands commitment, awareness and dedication.
Career Potential
- Professional and collegiate sports
- Secondary and intermediate schools
- Occupational settings
What Will I Learn?
- Use your knowledge of physiology, nutrition and corrective techniques to help players improve their game
- Help motivate players to reach their goals
- Develop personal relationships with players
- Plan and oversee practices
- Instruct groups or individuals in the basics of sports
- Demonstrate techniques
- Find and recruit potential athletes, often arranging athletic scholarships
- Negotiate contracts with pro athletes and their representatives
Applying to Cortland
- SUNY Cortland accepts the Common Application and the SUNY Online application. Choose just one way to apply; both require a $50 non-refundable application fee.
- If you apply to Cortland using the SUNY application, SUNY will waive the $50 application fee for transfer students graduating with an associate degree from a SUNY or CUNY college, who apply directly to Cortland for baccalaureate programs.
- Fall applicants should apply by June 1. Spring applications should apply by November 1.
- After applying, students must send transcripts from all colleges attended and a high school transcript.