Department website: https://www.atu.edu/hesa
The College Athletic Advising Graduate Certificate degree program aims to equip students with specialized knowledge, skills, and competencies essential for effectively advising college athletes within postsecondary institutions. Through coursework and experiential learning opportunities, the program seeks to prepare graduates to serve as knowledgeable and empathetic advisors who can support college athletes' holistic development and academic success.
Students not currently in the Higher Education & Student Affairs program will need to submit:
1. An application to the Graduate College;
2. Pay the application fee;
3. Submit a current resume/vitae highlighting any co-curricular experiences and/or student affairs experience; and
4. Give a short statement about why they want to pursue the graduate certificate and how they plan to use it to meet their personal or professional goals.
After completing this certificate students will be able to:
- Develop students' understanding of the unique needs, challenges, and opportunities faced by college athletes in academic and athletic domains.
- Gain knowledge of best practices in academic advising, counseling techniques, and student development theories relevant to advising college athletes.
- Foster the development of communication, interpersonal, and advocacy skills necessary for effective advising and support of college athletes.
- Apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings.
For program assessment visit: https://www.atu.edu/assessment/program_assessment.php
