Description

Sports require focus, composure, confidence and intensity. You will get none of it from an athlete if he is not in the right mind. This is where sports psychology comes into play. Sports psychology is the study of how psychological factors affect the well-being and performance of an athlete.

Through our course, we will ensure you get a thorough understanding of sports psychology, as a coach & at the workplace, psychological well-being and becoming a better competitor. Lastly, you will also learn the importance of mental toughness, motivation, goal setting, exercising and concentration.

Key Features of this course

Instant e-certificate

Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover

Developed by qualified safeguarding professionals

Self-paced laptop/tablet/smartphone-friendly learning

24/7 Learning support and assistance

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Course Curriculum

Module 1

Introduction to Sports Psychology

Definitions

Play

Game

Sports

Exercise

Psychology

and Exercise Psychology

Psychology and Common Sense

What Does Psychology Consist of?

Common Sense

Distinguishing Between Two Specialities

History of Sport Psychology

Module 02

Mental Toughness

A Secret Weapon: Mind

Definition and Description of Mental Toughness

Increasing Mental Toughness: A Plan of Attack

Understand the Current Mental Toughness

Be Determined

Prepare for Specific Circumstances

Evaluate and Measure the Progress

Influence of Fitness Towards Toughness

Module 03

Imagery

What Is Imagery?

Uses of Imagery

Imagery in Sport: Where, When, Why, and What

Factors Influencing the Effectiveness of Imagery

Imagery Ability

Athletes' Skill Level

Imagery Perspective

Keys to Effective Imagery

Vividness

Controllability

Development of an Imagery Training Program

Education Phase

Acquisition Phase

Implementation Phase

Module 04

Motivation in sport

What Is Motivation?

Motivation Myth Debunking

Myth 1: Athletes Are Either Motivated or Not Motivated

Myth 2: Coaches Give Athletes Motivation

Myth 3: Motivation Means Sticks and Carrots

Types of Motivation

Internal Motivation

External Motivation

Comparison Between Internal and External Motivation

Key Factors of Motivation Measurement

Guidelines to Improve Motivation

Achievement of Motivation and Competitiveness

Module 05

Goal Setting in Sport

What Are Goals?

Reasons for Goal Setting

Types of Goals

Outcome Goals

Performance Goals

Process Goals

Benefits of Goal Setting

The Right Kind of Goals Choice

Guidelines for Setting Effective Goals

Making Goals Work: The Goal Implementation Process

Athletes' Goal-Setting Skills

Education Phase

Acquisition Phase

Implementation Phase

Module 06

Arousal, Stress, and Anxiety

Definition of Arousal and Anxiety

Arousal

Anxiety

Arousal and Anxiety Measurement Factors

Definition of Stress and the Stress Process

Implications for Practice

Sources of Stress and Anxiety

Situational Sources of Stress

Personal Sources of Stress

The Relationship Between Arousal and Anxiety and Their Performance

Arousal's Influences on Performance

Module 07

Arousal Regulation

Self-Awareness of Arousal

Anxiety Reduction Techniques

Somatic Anxiety Reduction Techniques

Cognitive Anxiety Reduction Techniques

Multimodal Anxiety Reduction Packages

Tips for Coping with Stress

Module 08

Concentration

Definition of Concentration

Attentional Focus: Three Processes

Attentional Selectivity

Attentional Capacity

Attentional Alertness

Types of Attentional Focus

Attentional Problems Recognition

Internal Distractors

External Distractors

Self-Talk to Enhance Concentration

Techniques for Improving Self-Talk

Module 09

Exercise and Psychological Wellbeing

What Is Wellbeing?

Anxiety and Depression Reduction with Exercise

Guidelines for Using Exercise to Enhance Mood

The Effect of Exercise on Psychological Well-Being

Module 10

Athletic Injuries and Psychology

What Is Injury?

Causes of Injury

Relationship Between Stress and Injury

Psychological Reactions to Exercise and Athletic Injuries

Role of Sport Psychology in Injury

Rehabilitation

Injury Risk Factors for Both Athletes and Exercisers

Module 11

as a Coach

Improvement on Athletes' Focus

Performance of Athletes under Pressure

Motivation Matters for Athletes

Athletes Role as a Team

Module 12

Parents Involvement in Sports Psychology

Differentiation Between Parents Motivation and Their Kids'

Encouraging Kids Instead of Pushing Them

Getting Kids Ready for the Game

Cheering Kids on the Right Way

Athletic Burnout Management

Kids Explanation to Quit

Module 13

at Workplace

Preparing for the Workday

Definition of Career Success

Balance of Work and Personal Life

Concentration on Amidst Distractions

Taking a Timeout from Stress

Performance Under Pressure

Effective Work Routines

Focus on Tasks rather than Outcomes

Conflict and Adversity on the Job

Support Team List

Module 14

How to Be a Better Competitor

Self Evaluation

Identification of Individual Motivational Facts

Define Own Goals

Set an Action Plan

Improve Gradually and Consistently

Train the Mind Daily

Improve Physical Skills

Tweak Own Methods

Develop and Maintain Own Fitness

Seek Out Pressure

Accredited Certificate
After successfully completing this course, you will qualify for the CPD Certification Service (CPD UK) certified certificate from Training Express.

Disclaimer: The CPD approved course is owned by E-Learning Solutions Ltd and is distributed under license.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

Who is this course for?

This comprehensive course is ideal for anyone who genuinely wishes to learn about Sports Psychology and individuals associated with the relatedsector and the following areas such as:

Athletic Coach

Executive Coach

Personal Trainer

Wellness Coach

Accreditation

This Sports Psychology is CPD Certification Service (CPD UK) Accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

Certification

Once you've successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Please Note: Dietitians must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), which is the statutory regulator of the professions. Please note, that completion of the course does not entitle a person to join the HCPC Register or use the protected titles of Sport and exercise psychologist

Requirements

Learners do not require any prior knowledge or qualifications to enrol in this course.

Our flexible learning platform allows you to access the course from:

any device

any time

anywhere

any type of internet connection

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Certificate of completion

Hard copy certificate - Included

You will get the hard copy certificates for Free! The delivery charge of the hard copy certificate inside the UK is £3.99 each.

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