Certificate in Sport Psychology (CPSP)
The Certificate in Sport Psychology is designed to provide supplemental education for baccalaureate degreed professionals in sport and other performance-based fields along with other non-mental health graduates as well as to provide an opportunity to develop expertise in the field of sport psychology.
While pursuing the CPSP, learners are exposed to theoretical models in sport psychology, solution-focused skills, and industry-relevant scientific research. This graduate certificate explores ethical, cultural, and professional topics of interest to those who want to work to develop a solid foundation in the field of sport psychology.
This program is not designed to meet the educational requirements for a specific professional license or certification required for employment in an occupation. As such, CalSouthern has made no determination regarding prerequisites for licensure or certification in any state or jurisdiction.
- Credits Required: 18
- Cost Per Credit: $645
- Program Length: 1 year (full-time status)1
- Max Transfer Credits: 9 credits2
1Many factors can impact your time to completion such as course loads, course extensions or repetitions, transfer or proficiency credits, and approved leaves of absence. The program length provided does not include these adjustments.
2Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible for transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
What you’ll study
Promote the integration of practical psychological experience with formal academic learning.
Foster growth in intellectual accomplishment and an opportunity to develop an executive level perspective on practices in the behavioral sciences.
Promote the acquisition of psychological concepts, principles, standards, and processes as it relates to the behavioral sciences.
Encourage legal and ethical behavior as it relates to the behavioral sciences.
Encourage ethical behavior in regards to information technology skills as it applies to mental health environments.
Promote the analysis and evaluation of information critically and effectively.
Foster the integration of multicultural awareness of human diversity as it relates to the behavioral sciences.
Certificate in Sport Psychology Requirements
| Certificate Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | 18 |
| TOTAL FOR THE CPSP | 18 |
Courses + Credits
CalSouthern’s Certificate in Sport Psychology is an 18-credit program comprised of the following six (6) required courses:
- PSY 7100Applied Sport Psychology I — 3-credits
- PSY 7101Applied Sport Psychology II — 3-credits
- PSY 6801Therapeutic Boundaries — 3-credits
- PSY 7711Current Issues in Sport Psychology — 3-credits
- PSY 7715Psychology of Coaching — 3-credits
- PSY 7720Enhanced Performance: Preparation/Motivation — 3-credits
View the University Catalog for full course descriptions, prerequisite information, and program details.
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Accreditation
California Southern University is a member of the American InterContinental University System. The System is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Please visit the Accreditation & Licensure page to learn more.
CalSouthern cannot guarantee employment, salary, or career advancement. Not all programs are available to residents of all jurisdictions. CalSouthern does not accept applications from residents of Massachusetts, New York, and certain foreign countries.
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