| Job Title | Typical Education | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Bachelor Degree | $80,056 |
| Coaches and Scouts | Bachelor Degree | $37,085 |
About Athletic Coaching
The Athletic Coaching programs at Santa Monica College offer training in techniques for teaching and coaching individual and team sports at the high school, college, or club level.
The programs cover a wide range of sports — from aquatics, track and field, and basketball, to racquet sports and many others — as well as fitness training, care and safety, officiating, and sports management.
Soccer
Basketball
Football
Swimming
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Program Paths
Athletic Coaching
Associate in Science Degree
Certificate of Achievement
The Athletic Coaching program prepares students to coach a variety of sports and fitness programs. The program includes courses in Kinesiology Physical Education, Athletics, and Nutrition. Students will understand the basics of training and fitness, prevention of injuries, nutrition, and the fundamental skills of the sport in their area of emphasis. Athletic Coaching can lead to employment as sports coaches at the high school, collegiate, recreational, and club levels. For additional career possibilities, visit the Career Services Center on the main campus to utilize computerized career information systems and other valuable career resources.
Potential Career Options
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
Salary: $79,972
Typical Education Bachelor Degree
What We Offer
Athletic Coaching
Athletic Coaching
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Salary: $72,175
Typical Education Bachelor Degree
What We Offer
Athletic Coaching
Athletic Coaching
Adapted Physical Education Specialists
Salary: $83,072
Typical Education Bachelor Degree
What We Offer
Athletic Coaching
Athletic Coaching
Resources, Transfer, and Career Opportunities
Student Resources
We know college isn't always easy. We are here to help as you navigate through your SMC journey. This resource connects to information about Financial Aid, Tutoring Services, the Center for Wellness and Wellbeing and much more!
Transfers Preparation
Many colleges and universities offer baccalaureate degrees in this field. Students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university need to know which courses completed at Santa Monica College will be accepted at the specific college/university.
Career Opportunities
Our Business programs are designed to have students' career ready. Consider scheduling an appointment with a career advisor with knowledge of the profession you plan to pursue to discuss internship and jobs as well as steps you can take to become job ready.