scb12
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Post by scb12 on Nov 7, 2007 3:46:46 GMT -6
I have been playing football at the lower professional level for the past three years (Europe/Indoors) and will be going back to Europe from January-June. When I return, I would like to find a coaching job for next fall at the high school or small college level.
I do NOT have my bachelors degree yet. I still have about 50 hours until I graduate. I am from Arkansas and I do not believe I would be able to get paid to coach at the high school level here without a degree. Are there any states where it is allowed??
I will most definitely finish up college, but right now things are going too well with my playing career.
Another thing that I came across online today...the United States Sports Academy (www.ussa.edu) offers bachelor's degrees with most of the work being over the internet, provided you can transfer over 50 credit hours there (which would be no problem). They offer bachelor's degrees in sports coaching, sports management, and sports studies.
I know that the USSA is very good for getting your masters degree, but does anyone know if a bachelor's degree in sports coaching from there would fulfill the requirements needed when applying for jobs at the high school or college level? I have plenty of solid references from coaches with college and professional experience, I just need to get everything else worked out.
Thanks for your time and if anyone can answer these questions (or point me in the right direction for a job in the fall) then I would be greatful!
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Post by coachd5085 on Nov 7, 2007 9:11:05 GMT -6
I think you will find many states will allow you to volunteer (or get a little stipend, 2K maybe) to coach. For example, in Louisiana I believe you just have to take some coaching classes (like a weekend thing) and pass a test.
The bigger issue in your case is your professional football schedule means there is a good chance you are "one and done", meaning you will coach for a year at a school, go over to Europe or Indoor season...and then not return to that school. Not saying ALL coaches will see this as a problem to having you help out...but some might.
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Post by cmow5 on Nov 7, 2007 9:49:26 GMT -6
All you need in Indiana is a clean back ground check.
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Post by airraider on Nov 7, 2007 9:57:09 GMT -6
I think you will find many states will allow you to volunteer (or get a little stipend, 2K maybe) to coach. For example, in Louisiana I believe you just have to take some coaching classes (like a weekend thing) and pass a test. The bigger issue in your case is your professional football schedule means there is a good chance you are "one and done", meaning you will coach for a year at a school, go over to Europe or Indoor season...and then not return to that school. Not saying ALL coaches will see this as a problem to having you help out...but some might. Yes, this is called a CECP Coach.. stands for Coaches Education Certification Program. Its really only about a 4 hour class and then you get a take home test that you have to mail back in a few weeks.. Brophy passed it.. so pretty much anyone can!! |
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Post by Coach Goodnight on Nov 7, 2007 10:13:44 GMT -6
In oklahoma you can volunteer and some schools here will pay you a stipend for helpnig out.
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scb12
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Post by scb12 on Nov 7, 2007 10:42:09 GMT -6
Thanks for the help guys. Does anyone have any hookups or good job board sites? I am a QB and would be comfortable coaching any skill position on offense or preferably being offensive coordinator.
I have called my own plays in Europe the past two seasons with great success. This year I played for a team that had not won more than four games since 2001 and led them to an 11-1 record and to the championship game.
If I received an opportunity to coach a bigger (or small, successful program) with a great head coach then I would settle for a position coaching job.
I do not want to settle as a position coach for a program that has bad leadership in front of me that does not know we're they are doing (plenty of that at the small schools down here). I would prefer to be offensive coordinator in that type situation.
Lastly, I want to go somewhere that I can ACTUALLY coach. I've saw too many programs where assistants are just placeholders...I want to be able to apply my knowledge/ideas.
I am very knowledgeable and very dedicated. I know that there's always more to learn but I am confident with myself and I have the work ethic to put in 12-15 hour days. I love studying film, putting together game plans, and teaching the game (a big reason I love playing/coaching in Europe).
My professional career should never interfere with coaching (especially if I'm just doing it in-season), because the only league that plays in the fall is NFL and I'd obviously already be there if I had that kind of ability. AND if I ever found a good enough coaching situation, I'd hang up my cleats to coach year round because that is where my passion lies.
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scb12
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Post by scb12 on Nov 7, 2007 17:40:24 GMT -6
Also, any information on United States Sports Academy would be appreciated...thanks!
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Post by airraider on Nov 7, 2007 19:13:19 GMT -6
If you want to make a career out of coaching, you need to get a degree in education.. if not.. the most it will ever be is a hobby.. unless you get on within the college ranks..
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Post by highball007 on Nov 7, 2007 23:02:12 GMT -6
What type of position are you looking for? There are all sorts of coaching jobs in Oregon where I am from! I have a small college 20 minutes away that is literally an easy degree in PE/Health if that is the thing you are looking for. I coached there for 3 years and recieved my masters in PE/Health there.
What position do you want to coach because we are always looking for good young coaches. Our stipends right now are 3,700 dollars and possibly more next fall.
PM me to get more info!!!
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