Pedagogy for Pros Coaching Certification

The L.E.A.D. Center for Youth Coaching Certification brings coaches together to foster a sense of community and embark on a journey toward greater self-awareness and openness in a supportive group environment. This program isn’t just about mentoring youth; it starts with each coach as individuals. Focusing on the growing discipline of sports-based youth development, participants who complete this course will have a viable, sought-after certification that demonstrates their understanding in values based, trauma informed coaching.

Participants who complete this course will earn:

- A certificate of completion from GHC's Center for Continuing & Professional Education

- A certificate of completion from L.E.A.D. Center For Youth

- A one-year license to use the MVP of SBYD L.E.A.D. Center For Youth Certification Seal

What kind of jobs can I get with an SBYD certification?

·       A sports-based youth development certification can open up a surprisingly wide range of opportunities, because it blends sports knowledge with youth mentorship, education, and community engagement. Here are the main career paths and types of jobs you could pursue, grouped by sector:

·       Community & Nonprofit Sector

·       Youth Development Coordinator – Plan and run sports-based programs for community centers, afterschool programs, or nonprofits.

·       Program Director / Manager – Oversee entire youth sports initiatives, including staff, budget, and community partnerships.

·       Sports Outreach Coordinator – Build relationships with schools, community groups, and families to increase youth participation in sports programs.

·       Schools & Education

·       After-School Sports Program Leader – Manage sports-based activities that reinforce life skills and academic support.

·       Physical Education Assistant / Teacher (with additional credentials) – Teach PE or integrate sports into curriculum.

·       School Sports Coach – Lead teams while promoting life skills and personal development.

·       Parks, Recreation & City Programs

·       Recreation Coordinator – Plan and oversee youth leagues, tournaments, and camps for city or county recreation departments.

·       Camp Director or Counselor – Lead summer sports camps with a focus on skill-building and character development.

·       Sports Inclusion Specialist – Design programs for at-risk youth, differently-abled youth, or underserved communities.

·       Professional & Collegiate Sports Foundations

·       Community Relations Coordinator – Work with pro teams’ community outreach arms to create youth development programming.

·       Youth Program Specialist – Manage clinics, mentorship programs, and events tied to a professional or collegiate team’s brand.

·       Social Impact & Advocacy Roles

·       Sports for Development Specialist – Work with organizations using sports to address social issues like violence prevention, health equity, or gender equality.

·       Grant Writer / Program Evaluator – Secure funding and measure impact for youth sports initiatives.

·       Health & Wellness Educator – Incorporate sports into broader wellness programs for youth.