Sample Topics:

• History of Sports Psychology
• Goal Setting
• Personality in Sports
• Metacognition
• Motivation
• Arousal, Stress, Anxiety, and Relaxation
• Group Cohesion and Dynamics
• Communication
• Confidence
• Introduction to Psychological Skills Training
• Neurobiology and Mindfulness
• Imagery
• Concentration
• Injuries and Burnout
• Clinical Issues in Sports
• Applied Scenarios

Meets the following Psychology Major Goals:

Knowledge Base in Psychology

• Describe key concepts, principles, & overarching themes in psychology
• Describe applications of psychology

Scientific Inquiry & Critical Thinking

• Use scientific reasoning to interpret psychological phenomena
• Demonstrate psychology information literacy
• Incorporate sociocultural factors in scientific inquiry

Ethical & Social Responsibility in a Diverse World

• Apply ethical standards to evaluate psychological science & practice
• Build & enhance personal relationships

Communication

• Interact effectively with others

Professional Development

• Apply psychological content & skills to career goals
• Enhance teamwork capacity