The mental aspect of competitive sports can often have a greater influence on the outcome of a contest than the physical play. For those who want to help athletes improve their focus and utilize psychological techniques to improve performance, Argosy University's Master of Arts (MA) in Sport-Exercise Psychology is the logical next step.
This two-year online MA program is offered through Argosy University’s American School of Professional Psychology and can provide convenience and flexibility for students who are balancing their education with other life demands. The curriculum is based on the educational requirements outlined by the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP), and is designed to provide a strong foundation in applied sports psychology with a focus on “ethical performance enhancement.”
- Normal and abnormal psychological functioning
- Physiological, motor, and psychosocial aspects of sports behavior
- Theoretical foundations
- Helping relationships
- Individual and group skills
- Sport sciences
- Research and evaluation procedures
- Diversity
- Professional identity
Graduates of the MA in Sport-Exercise Psychology program can seek employment in a variety of settings, including:
- Private practice
- Athletic departments
- Coaching
- Exercise/health
- Education
Our MA degree is also an ideal basis for individuals who wish to pursue a doctorate degree in this field.
Sport-Exercise Psychology
"Employment of psychologists is expected to grow 15 percent from 2006 to 2016, faster than the average for all occupations. Psychologists apply their knowledge to a wide range of endeavors, including health and human services, management, education, law, and sports. They usually specialize in one of a number of different areas. Median annual earnings of wage and salary clinical, counseling, and school psychologists in May 2006 were $59,440."
Bureau of Labor Statistics,U.S. Department of Labor,
Career Guide to Industries,
2008-09 Edition,
Psychologists
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