Description

You will incorporate the most advanced psychological techniques to your approach, positioning yourself as a key facilitator in sporting triumphs" 

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The importance and relevance that psychological ailments have gained for athletes in recent years has been remarkable. The case of Simone Biles in Tokyo 2020, which served to make visible and give the discipline of Sport Psychology the importance it deserves. Athletes are more aware than ever that not everything is about physical performance, so psychologists are faced with a magnificent framework for intervention in Sports Psychology . 

Being such a broad and extensive field, with numerous approaches and practical methodology, this program brings together the most important keys for the psychologist to deepen and update their knowledge in Sport Psychology in a satisfactory way. Thus, a modern tour through the basic fundamentals of sSports Psychology will be made, repairing in subsequent modules on the psychological techniques of the sports field, facilitation tools and the figure of the sports coach as a facilitator. 

All this compiled in a convenient program with a 100% online format, respecting the most demanding professional and personal activity of the psychologist. Eliminating both classroom classes and fixed schedules provides total flexibility, which results in the possibility of downloading the complete syllabus and studying it at the pace you want, without the ties or demands of traditional faculties. 

You will have a comprehensive mastery of the interdisciplinary work of the sports coach thanks to the thoroughness and meticulousness with which all the topics have been written"

This postgraduate diploma in Sports Psychology is the most comprehensive and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include: 

  • Development of case studies presented by experts in Coaching and Sports Psychology 
  • The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
  • Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
  • Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
  • Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
  • Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

You will direct your psychological career towards the most prestigious sports fields, achieving an outstanding advantage thanks to the keys you will acquire in this program"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

Deepen your knowledge of group dynamics, psychological intervention models and sports mindfulness, to bring your capabilities to their maximum potential"

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At TECH you make the important decisions, without having to stick to predetermined classes. All content will be available from day one"

Objectives

The competencies acquired by the psychologist throughout this postgraduate diploma are of great utility and value in high-level sports spheres, so the objective of this program could not be other than to promote the student's professional career through quality teaching. TECH's detailed practical methodology will enable the psychologist to incorporate the newly acquired knowledge into their daily practice as they go along, resulting in a gradual improvement throughout the program. 

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You will reach the top of your career thanks to the detailed guidance and quality content in Sports Psychology that you will find in this postgraduate diploma" 

General Objectives

  • Examine the basic pillars on which Sport Psychology is based
  • Analyze the possible applications of the most common techniques and methodologies in sports coaching
  • Learn the psychological techniques most frequently used in the field of sports
  • Study the different interdisciplinary tools of the sports psychologist and coach 
  • Deepen the work of the psychologist as a facilitator in the context of sport

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Basic Fundamentals of Sports Psychology 

  • Investigate the main roles of the sports psychologist and coach
  • Know the psychological functions involved in sports refereeing
  • Study the psychological process from the demand to the intervention itself
  • Analyze the existing social protection and coordination structures in Sport Psychology

Module 2. Psychological Techniques Applied to Sport 

  • In-depth study of inclusive sports and specific sports 
  • Unravel the decision making process in sports 
  • Become familiar with the comprehensive target and competition plans
  • Learn techniques to build confidence and emotional self-control

Module 3. Facilitation Tools for the Sports Psychologist and Coach 

  • Further psychological training for specific sports
  • Learn to optimize the learning process of the athlete, seeking regularity in performance
  • Address injuries and rehabilitation of the professional athlete 

Module 4. The Psychologist and the Coach as Facilitators 

  • In-depth training of sports coaches from a psychological point of view
  • Know the process of workshop design and research applied to sport psychology
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You will have at your disposal a myriad of resources to support you in exceeding your goals by far, with the invaluable support of the entire TECH team" 

Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Psychology

The sports field demands more and more professionals specialized in sports psychology, who play a fundamental role in the performance and well-being of athletes. At TECH Technological University, we have designed the Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Psychology program to provide comprehensive training to those interested in this field. During this program, we will deepen the knowledge of psychological techniques applied to sport, allowing students to acquire the necessary skills to enhance sports performance and promote the psychological well-being of athletes. Topics such as motivation, concentration, stress and anxiety management, teamwork and conflict resolution, among other key aspects of sports psychology, will be addressed.

In our Postgraduate Diploma program, a practical approach will be encouraged through real cases and simulated situations, giving students the opportunity to apply the knowledge acquired in specific sport contexts. In addition, interdisciplinarity will be promoted, enhancing collaboration with other professionals in the field of sports to provide comprehensive care to the athlete. Graduates of this program will be prepared to work in various sports environments, such as professional teams, performance centers, sports federations and specialized consultancies, contributing to the development and success of athletes through their knowledge in sports psychology.