KSS 4875 - Exercise Counseling and Behavioral Strategies
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 02, CRN 43973,
Credit hours: 4
Course Meeting Times
Log in to view more
Instructor
Meri Surdoval-Fetkovich
Email: msurdovalfetkovi@ysu.edu
Course Description
4875. Exercise Counseling and Behavioral Strategies. Exercise Counseling and Behavioral Strategies Evidence-based theories and domains geared toward fostering change, growth, and self-actualization in exercise. The scientific foundations of basic exercise counseling and behavioral strategies that enable effective wellness coaching are explored. Prereq.: Junior standing. 4 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | Course Book |
Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology. 8th Edition. Human Kinetics, ©2024.
Articles, PDFs, and any additional reading materials will be made available on Blackboard.
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
Log in to view more
All Discussion Initial Posts are Due Wednesday, The replies and Quizzes by the Sunday of that week.
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/24 | Chapters 1-2 | Beginning Your Journey | Intro Discussion Quiz Chapters 1-2 |
| 8/31 | Chapter 3 | Learning About Participants | Quiz Chapter 3 Discussion Chapters 1-2 |
| 9/7 | Chapters 4-5 | Learning About Participants | Discussion Chapters 3-5 Quiz Chapters 4-5 |
| 9/14 | Chapter 7 | Understanding Sport and Exercise Environment | Discussion Chapter 7 Quiz Chapter 7 |
| 9/21 | Chapter 9 | Team Dynamics and Cohesion | Discussion Chapter 9 Quiz Chapter 9 |
| 9/28 | Chapters 10-11 | Group Processes | Discussion Chapters 10-11 Quiz Chapters 10-11 |
| 10/5 | Chapter 12 | Psychological Skills | Discussion Chapter 12 Quiz Chapter 12 |
| 10/12 | Chapter 13 | Arousal | Discussion Chapter 13 Quiz Chapter 13 |
| 10/19 | Chapter 14 | Imagery | Discussion Chapter 14 Quiz Chapter 14 |
| 10/26 | Chapter 15 | Self-Confidence | Discussion Chapter 15 Quiz Chapter 15 |
| 11/2 | Chapter 16 | Goal Setting | Discussion Chapter 16 Quiz Chapter 16 |
| 11/9 | Chapter 17 | Concentration | Discussion Chapter 17 Quiz Chapter 17 |
| 11/16 | Chapter 18 | Psychological Well-Being | Discussion Chapter 18 Quiz Chapter 18 |
| 11/23 | Chapter 19 | Exercise Behavior and Adherence | Discussion Chapter 19 Quiz Chapter 19 |
| 11/30 | Chapter 22 | Burnout and Overtraining | Discussion Chapter 22 Quiz Chapter 22 |
| 12/7 | Final Opens December 5th | Final Closes December 10 |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.