MS Master of Science in Psychology Sport Psychology specialization
Overview
Learn to apply psychological principles with amateur and professional athletics to address such issues as performance enhancement, individual and team motivation, injury recovery, and stress management. Whether you're pursuing a new career or looking to advance in your current role, our online Master's program in Sport Psychology will help prepare and position you to make a greater difference in your work.
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Degree outcomes
With your Master's in Sport Psychology from Capella, you'll learn the foundations of psychology and their application to sport psychology, and utilize sport psychology theory and research to customize working models that fit specific populations. Discover specifically what you'll learn — and how you can apply it.
Career outcomes
Common jobs with an online program in sport psychology include athletic program manager, coach, sport development manager or sport psychology assistant. Potential workplaces include fitness club, health care, parks and recreation organization or youth sport organization.