In the School of Recreational Gymnastics there are four different certificate programs offered to meet the vocational and educational goals of each individual.
The certificate programs are progressive and one must complete one certificate level prior to moving to the next. Coursework for the next certificate program can be pursued at any time.
- U100: Fundamentals of Gymnastics Instruction
- U101: Safety & Risk Management
- U102: First Aid
- U103: USA Gymnastics Fitness
- U200: Development Coaches Course: Sports Science
- NEW - U301: Stewards of Children
- U310: Regional Congress
- U410: National Congress
- R101: Preschool Fundamentals Theory
- R102: Preschool Fundamentals: Hands on Training (HOTPS)
- R103: School Age: Hands on Training (HOTSA)
- NEW - R104 GymCert Level 1
- NEW - R105 GymCert BOY'S Level 1
- NEW - R204 GymCert Level 2
- NEW - R205 GymCert Level 3
- NEW - R301 Brain & Body: Beyond Basics
- W200: Development Coaches Course: Hands On Training (HOTD)
- Y200: Rhythmic Development Coaches Course
- T200: Trampoline & Tumbling Development Coaches Course (Level 1)
- T201: Trampoline & Tumbling Development Coaches Course: Hands on Training (Level 1)
- B101 Business Foundations 1
- B201 Business Foundations 2
Regardless of what area of study one chooses, everyone within the university must:
- Successfully complete U100: Fundamental Of Gymnastics Instruction Course (online)
- Be a current USA Gymnastics Member (Professional, Junior Professional, Instructor, Athlete).
- Be responsible for knowing the course requirements for the certificate program they are pursuing. (While course requirements can and will change for different certificate programs, those who have already received their certificate will maintain as active/current.)
- Admission to multiple schools within the university is permitted.
- Course requirements are subject to change at any time.
- Designated purchased technical material, and free downloads are eligible for credit as of 8/1/2011. Proper paperwork for credit must be submitted to USA Gymnastics.
- Coaches with previous USA gymnastics education and vast practical experience can apply for pre-placement in the university.
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