Applied Sport Psychology and Counseling, B.S.
College of Education
Bring advanced psychology and counseling skills to sport and performance that can help athletes and performers unlock greater potential.
The program is the only degree of its kind in the state, and one of few in the nation. Learn foundational knowledge that can help athletes and performers achieve balance between mind and body that strengthens their performance.
Program Highlights
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Prime Performance
Learn within a unique combination of courses in sport psychology and counseling.
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Speed Your Path
Take advantage of an accelerated pathway for an advanced degree in coaching.
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Academic Allstars
Work with expert faculty within exercise science, psychology, social work, coaching, counseling and more.
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National Leader
Join a program offered at few universities in the nation and South Carolina's only.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Physical Activity
Participating in exercises, sports or movement to promote fitness, health and overall well-being
Empathy
Understanding and sharing the feelings of others, and demonstrating compassion and support
Interprofessional Collaboration
Working with professionals from different disciplines to provide coordinated care or services
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Interpersonal Skills
Communicating and interacting effectively in a variety of social and professional situations
Analytical Reasoning
Breaking down complex problems or situations to identify patterns, connections and solutions
Human Health
Fostering well-being, preventing diseases and optimizing physical, mental and social aspects of individuals' well-being
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Sport Psychologist
- Sport Counselor
- Teacher
- Clinical Researcher
Workplace Settings
- Professional Sports
- Athletic Departments
- Higher Education
- Education
- Mental Health
- Social Work
