Abstract
The transitioning from student to coach or sport psychology practitioner requires sufficient training and practice. A well-crafted and organized program allows for professional growth and promotes career and field development. It also prepares students in sport team relationships and mental-skills training. Based on a coach's experience, this article introduces a “team of three” practicum standard, consisting of a supervisor, a lead consultant, and a junior consultant to teach and develop students as coaches and sport psychology practitioners. Suggestions on how to incorporate this standard into educational programs are provided.
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Kaila A. Vento
Kaila A. Vento ([email protected]) is a PhD student in the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University in Phoenix, AZ.
Leilani Madrigal
Leilani Madrigal is an assistant professor and Tiffanye M. Vargas is an associate professor in the Department of Kinesiology at California State University in Long Beach, CA.
Tiffanye M. Vargas
Leilani Madrigal is an assistant professor and Tiffanye M. Vargas is an associate professor in the Department of Kinesiology at California State University in Long Beach, CA.