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    • N

      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Respiration, Physical Therapy, Neurology, Mechanics, Cardiology, Injury Prevention, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Medical Terminology, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Torque (Physics)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Michigan

      Michigan Sport-Related Concussion Training Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Medical Emergency, Injury Prevention, Neurology, Safety Training, School Psychology, Pediatrics, Long Term Care

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The State University of New York

      Data Analytics in Sports Law and Team Management

      Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Performance Analysis, Facility Operations, Business Analytics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Data Analysis, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Health Technology, Data Ethics, Trend Analysis, Contract Negotiation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Fundamental Human Physiology in Sports Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Respiration, Cardiology, Anatomy, Kinesiology, Orthopedics, Neurology, Biology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The University of Edinburgh

      Football: More than a Game

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Media and Communications, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Diplomacy, Socioeconomics, Finance, Social Justice, World History, Governance, Community Development, Economic Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      38 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Prediction Models with Sports Data

      Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Data Processing, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Market Data, Performance Analysis, Analytics, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Manipulation, Probability, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      39 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      ESSEC Business School

      Leadership d'excellence par le sport de haut niveau

      Skills you'll gain: Courage, Leadership Development, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Performance Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Skills, Coaching, Self-Awareness, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      181 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

      Leadership Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Change Management, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Business Ethics, Self-Awareness, Culture Transformation, Personal Development, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Empowerment, Communication, Relationship Building

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Wearable Technologies and Sports Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Injury Prevention, Analytics, Data Analysis, Physical Therapy, Applied Machine Learning, Vital Signs, Health Technology, Machine Learning, Stress Management, Data Collection, Data Validation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      39 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Getting Started as a Personal Fitness Trainer

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Health Assessment, Preventative Care, Patient Evaluation, Injury Prevention, Overcoming Obstacles, Motivational Skills, Productivity, Self-Motivation, Time Management, Persistence, Needs Assessment, Chronic Diseases, Medical History Documentation, Communication Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      91 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Toronto

      Managing Your Health: The Role of Physical Therapy and Exercise

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Therapy, Injury Prevention, Preventative Care, Health Assessment, Rehabilitation, Chronic Diseases, Cardiology, Orthopedics, Patient Education And Counseling, Oncology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      768 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Moneyball and Beyond

      Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Python Programming, Data Manipulation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      51 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular sports courses

    • Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Michigan Sport-Related Concussion Training Certification : University of Michigan
    • Data Analytics in Sports Law and Team Management: The State University of New York
    • Fundamental Human Physiology in Sports Medicine: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Football: More than a Game: The University of Edinburgh
    • Prediction Models with Sports Data: University of Michigan
    • Leadership d'excellence par le sport de haut niveau: ESSEC Business School
    • Leadership Skills: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
    • Wearable Technologies and Sports Analytics: University of Michigan
    • Getting Started as a Personal Fitness Trainer: National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Frequently Asked Questions about Sports

    Sports are physical activities where people compete as individuals or as part of a team to win or reach an ultimate goal. They can be casual—such as a pick-up game of basketball in a park—or organized, like a professional National Football League (NFL) game. Sports are played for many reasons, including to improve physical fitness, financial gain, social interaction, stress relief, and entertainment. Archeological evidence suggests that almost every ancient culture enjoyed some sort of sports. Through the years, modern society has made it so that people of all ages, genders, and abilities can participate in sports too. For example, parasports are sports that have been modified so that people with disabilities can play, such as wheelchair tennis.‎

    If you're a parent, teacher, coach, or someone who works with children, online courses on Coursera can help you learn more about how sports affect children. If you're an athlete yourself, a course about the science of exercise can help you understand your body better. If you're looking to further an already established career, a course about becoming a sports agent can help you take it to the next level.‎

    Typical careers in sports go beyond being an athlete, although that's an option too; but from youth sports all the way up to the pros, teams need trainers, coaches, athletic directors, sports marketing professionals, and sports agents. If you're interested in education, you might want to become a physical education teacher. Anyone who is interested in combining sports with healthcare might pursue a career in physical therapy, sports medicine, sports psychology, sports nutrition, sports massage therapy, or exercise physiology. There are several communications careers geared towards sports, such as sports reporters, sportscasters, sportswriters, sports photographers, and sports producers. You may work in television, radio, print, or internet media. Other careers that involve sports are sporting goods retail and manufacturing, fitness instructors, gym managers, summer camp counselors, lifeguards, and recreation center managers.‎

    Online Sports courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Sports skills. Choose from a wide range of Sports courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Sports, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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