Athletic leadership
Certificate, undergraduate
Leading by example
In this program, you’ll learn how to turn your love of athletics into a career. You’ll gain essential leadership skills in fields like sports psychology and peer health education while participating in activities such as mountain biking, whitewater rafting, cross-country skiing and other individual and team sports.
If you are looking for a professional opportunity that allows you to continue to be involved in athletics while growing your leadership skills, this program will help you develop the skills to land the position you are dreaming about.
Overview
Related Topics
Thriving outside the lines
Degree fit
This certificate will be a good fit for you if you:
- Play collegiate or club sports at U of I
- Want to find a career in the administrative side of athletics
- Are looking for an opportunity to enhance your leadership skills
Career outcomes
Current job openings
1,861 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and starting salaries
- Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors
$30,197 - Athletic Trainers
$38,916 - Exercise Physiologists
$35,633
* Career data provided by Lightcast.
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
U of I’s certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid or scholarships on their own. However, students enrolled in a bachelor's or associate degree program may apply their financial aid and scholarships toward a certificate if they are pursuing both simultaneously.
For more information or to explore funding options, contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@uidaho.edu or call 208-885-6312.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Clubs and organizations
- EHHS Ambassadors
Application information
Admission criteria for undergraduate certificates are the same as those for U of I undergraduate degree programs. View our admission requirements and apply on our Admissions website to learn more.
Undergraduate certificate application process
Students interested in adding a certificate to their bachelor’s or associate degree program should speak with their academic advisor.
Students interested in earning an undergraduate certificate as a standalone program should contact the Admissions Office at 208-885-6326 for information on how to apply.