Coaching for Excellence Certificate

The Art in the Classroom Certificate is a comprehensive program designed to help teachers enhance their skills and knowledge in the field of art education.

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What is a Coaching for Excellence Certificate?

Being a successful coach is a tremendous challenge. Today’s coaches face higher expectations than ever, making it essential to continually refresh, refine, and strengthen their coaching knowledge, philosophies, and strategies.

The Coaching for Excellence Certificate offers practical, relevant coursework designed to meet professional development, continuing education, and re-certification needs for busy coaches and teachers. Available through online and correspondence formats, the program provides immediately applicable knowledge and strategies that coaches can put into practice on the court or in the field.

Coaches who want to engage their athletes in new and meaningful ways can use the program to keep their teams motivated while incorporating current trends and effective practices in education and coaching.

Participants earning a Coaching for Excellence Certificate will:

Refresh and strengthen their coaching approach with practical tools and strategies that can be implemented immediately.

Network with other coaches to exchange ideas, share experiences, and gain new teaching and coaching perspectives.

Apply new ideas and strategies from their coursework to their coaching plans and instructional practices.

“This course was excellent and had a lot of information that I will be using as I have just been promoted to a Head Football Coach. I love the example forms that were available.” – Coach, Missouri

“The course provided an opportunity to reflect and improve upon coaching principles. Great reading selections.” – Coach, Pennsylvania

How do I Earn my Coaching for Excellence Certificate?

Enroll in at least 15 credits from any of the courses below to complete the certificate program.

Benefits of Earning Your Coaching for Excellence Certificate – 100% Online

  • Convenience

    The convenience of completing courses online allows you to increase your skills while working full time.

  • Flexibility

    Enroll in the courses one at a time and take up to an entire year to complete each one all from the comfort of your home.

  • Support

    FPU has created a supportive online experience. Instructors are available to answer questions, give feedback, and provide guidance.

  • Affordability

    Pay for each course as you go through the program. There is no need to fund the cost of the certificate upfront.

  • Expertise

    Course instructors at FPU have classroom teaching experience and advanced degrees and are instrumental in the development of engaging courses.

  • Salary

    FPU professional development courses can help you earn certifications and salary increases. Depending on your location, some school districts offer tens of thousands of dollars per year for course units.

How do I Request my Certificate?

  1. Complete 15 units of elective courses as specified above.
  2. Click to download the application form.
  3. Return completed application form to CE office, as stated on the form.
  4. Upon receipt of the completed application form, and verification of successful completion of the 15 units, the certificate is awarded and posted to the participant’s transcript.