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Recognizing stress and finding solutions.

Introduction to the history, philosophy, and principles of physical education, health education, and recreation.  Topics include procedures, issues, current practices, and ideas that exist in those fields.

Techniques, qualifications, skills, and philosophies governing the act of officiating sports commonly played in the fall: volleyball, soccer, and football. Detailed knowledge of rules of each activity required. Practical experience in officiating is required.

Techniques, qualifications, skills, and philosophies governing the act of officiating sports commonly played in the spring: basketball, baseball, and softball. Detailed knowledge of rules of each activity required. Practical experience in officiating is required.

Emphasizes practical applications for all age ranges in resuscitation and emergency treatment of strokes, heart attacks, burns, cuts, abrasions, and other First Aid care. Detailed application of an AED is also emphasized. Certification in First Aid and Adult, Child, Infant CPR and AED is awarded upon successful completion of all requirements elements.

Examination of leadership skills based on the five core values of the NAIA's Champions of Character Program (respect, responsibility, integrity, servant leadership, and sportsmanship).  Topics include how character affects athletes, coaches, parents, officials, and spectators.