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Master of Science in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology

Master of Science in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology

M.S. in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology Overview

Advance your skills and knowledge and unlock your potential by embracing an education designed to help you develop your understanding in exercise, human performance, and rehabilitation through the M.S. in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology program at Ä¢¹½TV.

Graduate Studies:

Graduate Studies in Exercise Science

Department Chair Name:

Dr. Jim Barr
B.S., M.S., Ph.D.

Program Directors:

Dr. Jana Meninno & Dr. Chris Creecy

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Total Courses:

12

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Cost Per Credit Hour:

$700

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Time to Complete:

15-24 MONTHS

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Format:

100% ONLINE

Learning at Ä¢¹½TV

Why should you pursue an M.S. in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology?

This program is built for students who want more than theory. Through experimental learning, case studies, and fieldwork, you’ll learn how to assess performance needs, design interventions, and support athletes and performers with strategies rooted in research and best practice.

You’ll also gain the professional formation that matters in the field — ethics, competence, and communication skills — while learning in a Christ-centered environment committed to developing your God-given talents for His glory.

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Ready to Apply?

All current and new students applying for a Master’s or Doctorate program will use the online application process.

Careers for M.S. in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology

The future is exciting for professionals trained to support performance, resilience, and well-being. Graduates of the M.S. in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology will be prepared for roles such as:

M.S. in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology

At Ä¢¹½TV, students enrolled in our M.S. in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology complete a focused 34-credit curriculum designed to build CMPC®-aligned competencies and applied consulting skill.

Core Courses: 34 Hours

Program Requirements

PSY 500: Orientation to Graduate Studies 3
COU 501: Clinical Intervention I: Basic Counseling Techniques 3
COU 514: Psychotherapy I 3
COU 535: Ethical Issues in Counseling 3
COU 560: Counseling Diverse Populations 3
EXS 504 Advanced Exercise Physiology 3
EXS 506 Research Methods 3
EXS 507 Psychology in Exercise 3
PSY 501 Foundations of Sport and Exercise Physiology 3
PSY 502 Techniques and Interventions for Performance Enhancement 3
PSY 503 Foundations of Human Behavior 3

 

Clinical Practicum
PSY 604 Clinical Practicum in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology 3 Hours
 Next Start Dates: August 19

(Apply by August 7)

 

Admission Requirements for the M.S. in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology

To be considered for admission into the M.S.- Applied Sport and Exercise program at Ä¢¹½TV, please submit the following:

Meet Our Faculty

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Chris Creecy

Associate Professor of Psychology

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Jana Meninno, B.S., M.S., Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Kinesiology

Frequently Asked Questions Ä¢¹½TV Ä¢¹½TV’s M.S. in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology program

Is this program online?

Courses are delivered online through Canvas with a blend of asynchronous coursework and scheduled synchronous engagement. A brief residential component may be included.

How long will it take me to complete this degree?

This program can be completed in as little as 15 months, though students may choose a pace that best fits their work and family responsibilities.

Does this program make me a licensed counselor?

No. This program is focused on applied sport and exercise psychology and mental performance consulting and is not designed as a clinical counseling licensure degree.

Is CMPC certification guaranteed?

The program is designed to meet the educational requirements associated with CMPC® preparation, and students complete supervised practicum experience; however, credentialing decisions and all-requirements are determined by AASP.

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