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Our leadership training curriculum is categorized into four different levels:
Foundation Courses provide a base of knowledge and skill that serves as a platform for conducting educationally sound extracurricular activities.
The launchpad course for the NIAAA Leadership Training curriculum serves as an overview of interscholastic athletic administration. This course introduces the philosophy of educational athletics, explores program culture and relationships, and focuses on the roles of the NIAAA, the NFHS, the state athletic/activity associations, and the state athletic administratorâs associations. This course also previews the NIAAA Leadership Training and Certification Programs. Students will be challenged to think about their own professional learning journey while being exposed to the many resources supporting them along the way. This is a prerequisite for all levels of certification and includes study materials for the CAA exam. Required for: LTI instructors and all certifications.Â
This course presents fundamental understandings and methods involved in the operations of educational based athletic departments, presenting various models of organization for educational systems and local and state athletic associations. Participants will be alerted to problems and solutions for areas involving chain of command, scheduling, contest management, personnel management, budgeting, and emergency action planning. The course will also share an overview on topics including financial responsibilities, legal, law, liability, equipment, and facilities. Required for: RAA, RMSAA, CAA, and CMAA Certification.Â
This course is a companion course to Fundamentals of Education-Based Athletic Management and outlines an approach to the fundamentals and methods of athletic administration. Individuals will be alerted to and educated on potential problems and solutions in areas such as special events, public relations, awards, fundraising, and booster clubs. Through positive initiatives, the course touches upon ways to improve citizenship and sportsmanship. Athletic administrators will have hands-on experience creating handbooks and a strategic plan for their school. Required for: RAA, RMSAA, CAA and CMAA Certification.
This course provides in-depth coverage of the legal standards governing liability for sports injuries, including the duties imposed by courts and legislatures on athletics administrators, coaches, athletic trainers, and other athletics personnel related to safeguarding the health and well-being of student-athletes and other persons in school sports environments. Strategies are provided for developing, implementing, and documenting an effective risk management program for interscholastic athletics. Required for: CAA, RMSAA, CIAA and CMAA certification.
This course provides in-depth coverage of the legal standards regarding Title IX compliance and gender equity assurance for interscholastic athletics programs. This includes the methodology for a school to perform a Title IX self-audit in order to proactively identify problem areas and necessary corrective actions to satisfy all applicable Title IX legal mandates. This course offers extensive coverage of the legal standards governing sexual harassment and sexual violence in school sports programs and strategies for developing, implementing, and documenting an effective anti-sexual harassment policy. Required for: CAA and CMAA certification.
This course provides in-depth coverage of the legal standards governing hazing in interscholastic athletics programs and strategies for developing, implementing, and documenting an effective anti-hazing policy. There is also extensive coverage of the constitutional rights of student-athletes that must be respected by schools when sanctioning athletes for misconduct, the impact of federal disabilities legislation on school sports programs, and the employment and labor law issues related to the administration of interscholastic athletics programs, in particular the minimum wage and overtime requirements of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. Required for: CMAA Certification.
This course provides in-depth coverage of the legal standards governing the authority of schools to sanction student-athletes and athletics personnel for misuse of electronic communications tools and inappropriate postings on social media. It also includes strategies for developing and implementing effective social media policies, along with extensive coverage of the legal mandates imposed by courts and legislatures related to event management and security, legal issues regarding the participation by transgender students in school sports programs, the rights of pregnant and parenting student-athletes that must be respected by interscholastic athletics programs, and the intellectual property issues related to schools sports nicknames, logos, and mascots. Required for CMAA Certification.
This course provides an overview of accepted management practices and strategies. Included are budget models, timelines, documentation practices and suggested strategies for long range planning. A major component of this course will be budget management using spreadsheets. It is highly recommended that attendees bring a laptop with a current operating system and spreadsheet software capabilities.
Operations and Management Courses provide knowledge, skill and best practices that enhance athletic administrator efficiency and effectiveness in the management and operation of extracurricular activities.
This course is designed to assist the athletic administrator as part of the administrative team in the school district, in the development of comprehensive handbooks for students, staff, boosters and families. Application, development, and annual review of student handbooks, athletic handbooks, coaches handbooks, booster handbooks, and other groups with constitutions and by-laws, with review of legal rights of students, collective bargaining for staff, and non-profit rules and regulations. In this course, athletic administrators, principals, and those aspiring to enter school administration will benefit from the development, discussion and review of the handbook, constitution, bylaws and legal issues related to this process.
This course is designed to assist the athletic administrator in aligning sports programs within the K-12 educational model as well as community-based programs. Numerous networking opportunities in the course will allow athletic administrators to add essential tools to their toolbox. Activities are designed for participants to bring home shared concepts from the course for immediate use. This course will assist athletic administrators in identifying building blocks in order to create pyramids of success for education-based and community-based athletic programs from kindergarten through high school. Student-athletes will benefit from aligned skill development and core values. Results are not just for developing student-athletes and winning, but also for supporting the âwhole childâ as we seek to identify the true meaning of success which includes, but is not limited to, character, integrity, and leadership for every stakeholder.
This course is designed to inform athletic administrators how to more effectively organize and manage their time, apply time management principles, be more productive, and have balance to life. Instruction will focus on 12 key components and strategies, including proven techniques and tips to teach participants how to: set goals and priorities, plan for results, organize for success, process paperwork, delegate effectively, eliminate time wasters, enhance decision-making, make meetings productive, conquer procrastination, utilize technology, communicate effectively, and reduce stress.
This course will provide the athletic administrator with strategies and ideas to successfully promote and market the schoolâs interscholastic programs and to enhance the success of supplemental fund-raising designed to create interest in, increase enthusiasm for, and better the image of a schoolâs interscholastic activities program. Models of supplemental fund-raising are summarized, including a focused segment on working successfully with booster clubs and safeguarding of funds that have been raised. The potential for raising funds through grants and outreach efforts for major gifts are introduced. Detailed information related to corporate sponsorship is provided. Appendices include sample materials that may be utilized for grant and corporate sponsorship applications, marketing plans and booster clubs, as well as fund-raising resources.
This course is designed for those individuals who would like to go beyond the basics and develop advanced skills found in Google Workspace. Administrators will perform hands-on activities using Gmail, Google Drive, Sheets, Forms, Calendar, Keep and Google Meet. Lessons require the administrator to interact with the software in the process of developing forms, sheets and docs, as well as presentations and daily administrative reports. The use of some of the advanced features of Gmail and add-ons will be incorporated into the instruction also. Attendees will receive resource materials, sample forms, sheets and URL lists to watch training sessions and view training materials as they practice in Google Workspace. For maximum benefit, it is highly recommended that attendees bring a laptop computer capable of using Google Workspace applications. Participants will be expected to have established a Google account to include a Gmail account.
This course is designed for administrators seeking tips and tools: to manage digital media assets for social media; to create engaging live and on-demand content; to build interactive public presentations; and to leverage applications to make daily tasks more efficient. The course will help participants evaluate the best methods for reaching their target audience depending on environment and delivery method. Participants will audit their school brand, learn how to build a style guide and manage their digital brand using applications. Participants will create brand assets for use in presentations and social media platforms. Participants will learn how to use native and add-on phone apps to improve productivity, communication and access information 24/7/365. The hands-on course offers the athletic administrator opportunities to actively engage in the class by downloading apps and activating the software. This course will demonstrate how to select the most appropriate digital tool or resource for the administrative task in question. For maximum benefit, it is highly recommended that attendees bring a laptop computer/tablet and smartphone to this class. Participants will have a pre-class assignment to gather and organize images, logos, videos and other digital assets for use in class.
This course examines the role the athletic administrator plays in the practical, cost-effective, and scientific approach to athletic field management. With media coverage and increased societal concerns regarding the health and safety of participants; it is critical that the athletic administrator has a knowledge base of skills and understanding of the requirements for maintaining safe, resilient, and attractive athletic fields. In addition, the course will help athletic administrators develop long-range, operational assessment plans, and the documentation process for outdoor playing surfaces.
This course considers spectator facilities, special use gymnasia, natatoriums, laundry rooms and locker rooms, and the various systems that support them. Mechanical system checklists for use in regular inspections and maintenance programming will be provided. In addition, considerations and issues related to construction and remodeling programs will be discussed.
This course will examine the role of the athletic administrator and other school administrators in supporting and developing the interscholastic sports medicine program within a school or district. Coverage will include: (1) philosophy of sports medicine services; (2) roles and responsibilities of the certified athletic trainer (A.T.C.); (3) roles of other members of the sports medicine team; (4) the high school sports medicine center â specifications and equipment; (5) helping parents, athletes, and the general public understand the role of athletic trainers; (6) legal issues and risk management strategies; and (7) contemporary administrative issues and response strategies. A series of appendices will also be developed to provide athletic administrators and athletic trainers with helpful information.
This course examines the role of the athletic administrator and other school administrators in supporting and developing a comprehensive program for accountability and management of athletic equipment. The course also provides information on concussion knowledge, awareness, management, attitudes, and behaviors among athletes, coaches, parents, and healthcare professionals.
This course highlights areas which the athletic administrator should consider prior to hosting visiting schools, spectators, and participants for athletic events. The opinion of a school, the community, and the schoolâs administration are often formed based on first impressions experienced when attending an athletic event. These impressions/experiences are built upon not only the visual appearance of the facility but the overall preparedness of the facility from entering the main gate, sitting in the stands, and leaving upon completion of the event. The course discusses the power of being prepared, and how communications can enhance the fans overall game experience. Strategies, methods, and illustrations will provide for maintaining structures through a comprehensive study of âbest operational management practicesâ geared toward an enjoyable fan experience.
This course incorporates a guided chronological approach for turf installation. Prior to installation, an athletic administrator must ask a few questions: What is involved in appraising the need to install a synthetic turf field? Who will be the team of stakeholders making the decisions? What is the suggested approach to guiding those decisions? This course also includes suggested preparation, guidance, and training for the athletic administrator to make a recommendation to install a synthetic turf field. Athletic administrators will be given direction on how to choose which personnel are fit to oversee the project, differentiate between all synthetic turf products, finance the project, and consider risk management. Information supporting the on-going needs after installation such as testing and training, field life, and the equipment needed for maintenance and safety will be covered.
This course explores the essential roles and responsibilities of P.A. Announcers  as members of the game management team and provides guidance for athletic administrators to work withannouncers on professionalism, communication and sportsmanship. Participants will learn best practices for effective public address announcing , including maintaining neutrality, promoting positive crowd behavior, following established event protocols and supporting the schoolâs emergency action plan when required. In addition, the course will examine the role of the athletic administrator in establishing expectations, developing game day protocols, providing training, scriptwriting, and supporting announcers as representatives of the school and athletic program.
Through practical strategies and real-world examples, participants will gain the tools needed to enhance the game-day experience and ensure that the public address announcer and game management staff are properly trained and equipped to support the values of education-based interscholastic athletics.
Empower athletic directors with the knowledge and strategies to enhance student-athlete performance through this comprehensive course. Dive into the critical topics of alcohol, chemicals, and nutrition, along with additional challenges student athletes face regularly and their direct influence on athletic excellence and overall well-being. Learn to create a supportive environment that promotes healthy choices and responsible behavior among student-athletes. Equip yourself with the tools to identify and address performance-hindering factors, while also fostering a culture of balanced nutrition and smart choices. This course combines expert insights, case studies, and practical solutions to help athletic directors become influential advocates for student-athlete success, both on and off the field. Elevate your leadership and impact with this essential knowledge.
Strength and conditioning programs have become an integral part of the overall success of todayâs athlete as well as enhancing lifelong health and fitness for all students. This course will examine the role of the athletic director and other school administrators in supporting and developing the strength and conditioning programs within a school or district setting. Topics will include: 1) the philosophy and mission behind strength and conditioning; 2) roles and responsibilities of various athletic personnel including certifications and professional standards; 3) program management and assessment within a scholastic environment; 4) the organization and administration of a highly functioning strength & conditioning program, and (5) the development and design of a fitness facility including risk management strategies and financial issues.
Mental illness has been described as one of the greatest silent epidemics in our country. Student-athletes can be vulnerable to a number of mental illnesses due to the pressures they face while balancing their athletic and academic obligations and still maintaining a balance in their daily lives. This course is designed to remove the stigma of mental illness and assist athletic administrators in understanding the causes and how their student-athletes could be affected. The objective for the course is to raise awareness of this social issue and explain to athletic administrators how to educate their coaches and team captains in order to provide support for all of their student-athletes.
This course explores the 'how' and 'why' behind successful athletic event management, encompassing strategic planning and best practices for conducting education-based athletic contests and comprehensive safety protocols. Participants will be offered extensive training in personnel selection, game day supervision, and the creation of a positive sporting environment. Special emphasis will be placed upon emergency preparedness, risk assessment, and incident management - key components of offering a safe competitive experience for all stakeholders.Â
As result of the U.S. Department of Education communication and clarification of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, each school district is encouraged to include disabled students in school extra curriculum athletic programs. This course content and model plans will provide a guide for school districts to implement opportunities for disabled students to participate at the fullest extent of their abilities. All enrollees will strongly benefit because the course alerts and educates school and athletic administrators regarding the school districtâs responsibilities in providing opportunities for disabled students.
The purpose of this course is to provide interscholastic athletic administrators with information that will benefit student athletes and their families as they navigate the path to college athletics. Participants will gain an understanding of academic eligibility requirements, compliance requirements and the significant steps that are part of the recruiting process.
Additionally, the course provides information in regards to finding a system to promote participation of athletes participating in college athletics across all divisions, including Division I, II, III, NAIA and Junior College. Strategies and materials will also be offered to best support your counseling staff, coaching staff and your parents to promote the best fit, both academically and athletically for your student athletes.
This course will provide insight and understanding of the diverse groups within the athletic program. Specifically, this course will assist the athletic administrator in areas of awareness regarding sexual orientation, gender, religion, socioeconomics, racial dynamics and ageism. Those who complete this course will have a better understanding of how to create a safer and more welcoming environment for all athletic program stakeholders.
This course will provide insight and strategies for the leadership of athletic administrators in urban area schools. Additionally, the course will also focus on concerns and/or challenges regarding the value of sports programs in urban area schools. Participants who will derive the greatest benefit: Urban athletic administrators who want to gain useful strategies to make their day to day work environment more effective and efficient.
Leadership Courses provide knowledge and skill that will facilitate development of new visions, creative strategies and innovative practices for educationally sound extracurricular activities.
This course provides insights and strategies for the leadership of developmentally sound educationally compatible middle school athletic programs. Middle school philosophy is discussed along with the relationship it has to the psychological and physical development of the middle school child. This course also focuses on concerns and/or challenges raised about the value of middle school sports programs in todayâs educational setting. Required for: RMSAA.
This course provides the necessary strategies, methods, and resources to develop and implement middle school athletic programs and concentrates on the role of the middle school coach and coaching principles. Middle school athletics is an essential part of the total educational process, and the coach is a critical component in a developmentally sound and educationally compatible program. Required for: RMSAA.
This student-centered program will provide learning experiences for student athletes beyond the Xâs and Oâs. This course will support a value-based curriculum that will demonstrate model behaviors and qualities that students should emulate both in and out of the athletic arena. Teachable moments beyond the classroomâcenter court, centerfield, or center iceâprovide the opportunity to promote and maximize the achievement of these educational goals and life skills. This course will provide the necessary strategies, methods, and resources to implement this initiative within your own school.
This course will cover numerous ways to actively recruit, mentor and retain high quality coaches and activity sponsors within your organization. Topics that will be covered include: Best hiring practices for coaches and sponsors, identification of female and minority candidates, faculty vs. non-faculty coaches, challenges with/of parent coaches, strategies to grow coaches, retention strategies. The youth sports industry has changed expectations and realities of being a coach across the United States. This unrealistic expectation of scholarships and the win at all cost emphasis has resulted in the necessity for schools and athletic administrators to develop innovative strategies of recruitment, mentoring and retention of coaches for education-based athletics.
This course offers a comprehensive introduction to mentoring by exploring its foundational principles and practical applications. Athletic administrators will examine the role of leadership and character development in effective mentoring relationships, emphasizing integrity, empathy, and responsibility. Through an in-depth study of mentoring theory, participants will gain insights into models, dynamics, and best practices that support personal and professional growth. The course also guides learners through the five key phases of mentoring implementationâknowledge, objectives, matching/pairing, orientation, and assessmentâequipping the mentor with the tools to design, execute, and evaluate successful mentoring programs within their athletic programs. Character based coach to coach mentoring programs utilize the talents, strengths and qualities of the entire team of coaches to maximize the potential of the coaching staff.
This course, in conjunction with our sister course LTC 708, will explore the training, preparation, and guidance of coaches by athletic administrators to enhance understanding of the key responsibilities associated with education-based athletics. Participants will be equipped to assist coaches in developing an educational coaching philosophy and to identify foundational relationships essential for successful coaching. The course will also examine best practices for implementing effective professional development programs for coaching staff. Enrolled individuals will gain the skills necessary to effectively manage the ongoing turnover and training of coaches, thereby supporting their overall responsibilities as athletic administrators.
This course examines a philosophical rationale and a variety of methods that may be used to assess athletic programs and personnel. The goals of this course are to improve the performance of athletic coaches and other athletic department personnel of program operations and improvement satisfaction among, players, parents, and employees. The central theme is to encourage assessment of needs, interests and opinions that can enhance goal setting, and planning priorities. Comprehensive descriptions of skill, knowledge, and supervision requirements for the direction, recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of high school coaches will be reviewed. Criteria used to evaluate coaches will be scrutinized.
This course will empower athletic administrators to build strong coaching relationships, foster a culture of continuous growth, and develop staff for long-term success. An emphasis is placed on the daily actions that impact choices and consequences throughout one's career. Using practical strategies and reflective practice, participants will learn to create supportive coaching environments, shape resilient teams, and leave a lasting organizational legacy.
This course examines relevant strategies and principles that can be used to enhance the skills of athletic administrators in communications. The main focus is on communications concepts. Materials and strategies for the enhancement of communication skills are provided. Appendices provide relevant materials that support text materials and principles.
NIAAA Instructors will lead small-group discussions related to important current issues specifically related to student-athletes. Best practices will be shared on how to educate stakeholders on these important topics. Participants will play an active role as issues are discussed and explored. Enrollees who will derive the greatest benefit are administrators seeking insight and potential solutions relative to the current issues impacting students in athletics. Topics included in this course: Creating a positive athletic atmosphere, officiating crisis, promoting underrepresented groups, student mental health, transgender athletes, unified sports.
NIAAA instructors will lead small-group discussions related to important current issues specifically related to student-athletes. Best practices will be shared on how to educate stakeholders on these important topics. Participants will play an active role as issues are discussed and explored. Enrollees who will derive the greatest benefit are athletic administrators seeking insight and potential solutions relative to the current issues impacting students in athletics. Topics included in this course: Ancillary and Additional Funding Sources for Athletics; Best Practices for Finding, Hiring and Retaining Quality Coaches; Work Life Balance and Honoring Boundaries: Time Management, Organizational Skills; Marketing and Promoting Educational Based Athletics; Professional Development and Mentoring of Coaches.
The purpose of this course is to assist athletic administrators evaluate the ethical qualities of their department and equip them with a protocol for dealing with ethical dilemmas. Participants will be introduced to the concepts of ethical decision making, specifically as it pertains to interscholastic sports. An emphasis of the course is to assist the athletic administrator establish their own moral framework for making ethical decisions and resolving ethical issues within their department. The course also deals with developing codes of ethics and moral character development within coaches and athletes. This is a highly interactive course with multiple scenarios to illustrate qualitative approaches to resolving ethical issues.
This course will focus on certain challenging human behaviors that cause discomfort and anxiety in our daily lives. It examines theories and causes with strategies for preventing, managing and transforming these challenging behaviors. In addition, techniques will be covered in response to anger, sarcasm, denigration, complainers and backbiters and obstinate-rigid people. Additional strategies for interaction with parents who demand involvement in athletic department decision-making will also be presented.
This course will assist in identifying professional boundary awareness as it relates to interaction between student and educator. It examines and describes several categories of boundary issues and attempts to create a pathway to a proactive approach for the school administrator to formulate a professional Code of Conduct. Several examples of legal statutes and reporting mandates that all school employees should become familiar with will be examined. The course will provide guidance in developing educational responsibilities by offering suggested training mandates and reporting rules. Identifying roles of victims, offenders, and bystanders will be defined. Examples and best practice techniques in developing useful social media policies will be discussed.
This course will aid athletic administrators by teaching them how to develop and train coaches to foster positive interactions, develop and sustain quality relationships, and collaborate with parents. A common goal for parents and coaches should be for student athletes to have a transformational experience while participating in education-based athletic programs. Therefore, a focus will be placed on maintaining proper perspective, proactive action plans, and best practices. Emphasis will also be placed on communication practices and how to avoid disconnect between coaches and parents that contribute to strained relationships. The ultimate goal is for parents to feel they are a valuable member of the team culture and community.
The purpose of this course is to assist athletic administrators in navigating change. Gaining an understanding of change related to process, policy, mindset, systems, and culture is critical to developing an appropriate change model. Additionally, gaining context in various aspects of change such as identifying stakeholders, potential solutions, and the inevitable roadblocks will allow athletic administrators to avoid setbacks that can lead to failure.
This course equips athletic administrators with essential tools and resources to effectively lead during and after a tragic event. It addresses the unique challenges athletic administrators face, offering strategies for preparation, immediate response, support, remembrance options, returning to normal, and self-care. Developing these skills, athletic administrators can navigate their own healing and foster a culture of emotional well-being within their departments.
This course examines relevant strategies and principles that enhance the skills of athletic administrators in leadership, management, supervision, and decision-making. Participants will explore the distinctions and intersections between these roles and engage in a deep dive into each area. Emphasis is placed on developing visionary leadership, applying strategic communication, and understanding the balance of power and influence. Through analysis of effective leadership traits, the giant leadership framework, and structured decision-making models, administrators will strengthen their ability to lead with clarity, inspire growth in others, and navigate organizational challenges. Interactive activities, self-assessments, and practical tools support ongoing reflection and skill application. Appendices provide supplemental materials, assessment instruments, and real-world applications that reinforce course concepts and further promote leadership development.
Character-based school athletics can truly succeed only when the entire communityâSchool Board, Superintendent, Principal, Parents and Boostersâsupport the values and views lived out daily by students in the school setting. This course shares the strategies necessary to implement programs within the athletic community of athletes, coaches, athletic department personnel, and school faculty. Teachable moments offered through athletics prepare students for the future, especially when everyone supports and reinforces those life lessons. This course will empower the athletic administrator to help motivate in order to be a key figure in helping the school community to understand and embrace important character expectations for the school program.
In this course administrators will learn to implement appropriate strategies and techniques designed to create a positive, productive learning environment, which will support a system that encourages character, self-discipline, and sportsmanship. This class will provide opportunities for self-assessment and reflection in regards to prior performance. In addition, administrators will participate in class discussions and activities. This will increase their knowledge and skills of the effective components of successful character, citizenship, and sportsmanship to share with their students, coaches, parents, and communities.
The third edition of the National Standards for Sport Coaches (2021), published in collaboration with SHAPE America, delineates standards for high-quality sport coaching based on contemporary research and practical experiences in coaching science. These standards should serve as the cornerstone of any coachâs education and professional development within educational athletic environments. Athletic administrators have a duty to select, train, and supervise coaches, as outlined in LTC 502 and LTC 504. This course will offer an overview of resources available to assist athletic administrators in designing professional development programs that fulfill legal obligations, comply with state association requirements, and address the needs of their athletic departments. The resources include the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association's (NIAAA) Professional Development Academy, the National Federation of State High School Associations' (NFHS) Coach Education program, and Human Kinetics Coach Education (formerly known as ASEP).
The demands of high intensity daily work, evening and weekend supervision requirements, public expectations, challenging interactions, and limited resources place the athletic administrator in a stressful position. Ways of intervening stress, managing its onset, and using proven methods for reducing its impact are needed. Stress will always be present. Because of the individual nature of perception and preferred response, this course will provide an overview of techniques necessary for coping with the daily demands of an athletic administrator. Examples will include western, eastern, and alternative practices. Demonstrations, activities, videos, and group interactions will be supplemented by sharing of individual experiences.
Student Leadership Development is an essential component to any successful education-based athletic program. In this course, numerous ways to actively develop leaders in your local school and at the state level will be covered. Topics include: captains council, student leadership workshops, service learning, and local and statewide student summits. The society in which we live is ever-changing and so are our student-athletes, resulting in a necessity to find new ways to teach and challenge students to be the next generation of leaders. Enrollees that will derive the greatest benefit include educators who seek ideas and materials to help develop student leadership in their respective school, state, and nation.
Discover the pivotal role of culture in shaping championship athletic departments. This course delves into how shared values, beliefs, norms, and behaviors create a cohesive identity within groups and teams, driving their success. Explore the essential components of leadership, from effective communication to the development of trust and accountability, as exemplified by renowned leaders. Learn about the Performance Pathway, a framework that connects leadership, culture, behavior, and results. Understand how disciplined behavior leads to excellence and how psychological safety fosters a thriving team environment. Additionally, this course covers the significance of crafting a clear mission, vision, and core principles, ensuring alignment and sustained growth within organizations. Participants in this course will gain insights into building and nurturing a robust culture that drives growth, performance and success.
Engagement, exploration, expert analysis, constructive commentary, partnered support, connection, laughter, and ultimatelyâmastery. These form the foundational elements of LTC 790, a course created specifically to equip instructors with the appropriate and effective strategies, methods, and techniques to best deliver the NIAAA LTI curriculum to todayâs interscholastic athletic administrators. LTI instructors guide, lead, and connect with potential LTI instructors through a series of exercises, interactions, and strategies that travel two parallel preparation pathsâone showcasing exemplary instructional practices for the successful teaching of all LTI courses, and the other ensuring the integrity of the NIAAA LTI program is maintained through the consistent and accurate delivery of course curriculum. Ultimately, both paths come together to provide instructors with the core comprehensive skills needed to best prepare athletic administrators to serve and lead in the dynamic world that is education-based athletics.
To become an LTI instructor, individuals must complete LTC 501, LTC 790 and the course the individual will be instructing.
Required for: LTI instructors.
This course has two purposes and potential benefits for high school athletic administrators. For those athletic administrators who are new to the profession, the course provides references to a variety of best practices outlined in 27 NIAAA Leadership Training Courses (LTCs) including concepts, strategies, and suggested best practices. Whether working to improve a program or looking for long-range strategic planning guidance, this overview of 27 course components will inspire and encourage significant review, change, and visionary growth. The course manual provides nine chapters that are summarized with detailed checklists developed from topics experienced in the other LTCs. For the more experienced athletic administrator, the same planning and guidance can be derived. However, an additional benefit and incentive discussed in the course is an opportunity to seek the NIAAA Recognition of Program Excellence. This recognition program will identify an exemplary athletic program through the Quality Program Award (QPA) process. The LTC 799 information (its resources, rubrics, and applicable examples) provides guidance of the assessment instrument describing in detail, important components (policies, operations, and best practices) of an educationally sound interscholastic athletic program. This course is required for athletic administrators applying for the QPA at the Exemplary Level.
International Courses provide a base of knowledge and skill for the international athletic administrator seeking to conduct an educationally sound athletic department and extracurricular activities.
This course provides an overview of the international School network discussing the philosophy and culture of the education based athletic program in the international school. A discussion of how leadership styles and ones personal philosophy fit the international school community including stakeholder expectations in the international school athletic and activity program. The course concludes with a discussion of Professional Development for the athletic administrator and coaches as well as International School recruitment of staff. Required for RIAA and CIAA Certification. Required for: CIAA, RIAA.
This course outlines the athletic program organization and structure in the International School. An overview is presented discussing creating budgets, developing schedules for contests and facilities, logistics related to contests and contest management. The course concludes with discussion on management of equipment, facilities and personnel. Required for: CIAA, RIAA.
This course is a companion course to LTC 902 for the International School community. It provides a blueprint for developing a handbook and communication tools with all stakeholders. Conflict Resolution and Public relation strategies are discussed. Other topics include enhancing special events, citizen/sportsmanship and ethical coaching. Required for: CIAA.
This course covers liability for sports injuries, negligence, and risk management practices for athletic administrators. Best practice concepts will be introduced for athletic administrators, coaches, athletic trainers, and other athletic personnel through the use of case scenarios and guided discussion. Appropriate risk management strategies and documentation procedures for athletic administrators will be identified. Real-life scenarios and defining the duties and standards of care that schools require for child protection will be addressed. Required for: CIAA.
Topics: 1) Finding/Retaining/Educating Coaches; 2) Inclusion vs CompetitionâHow Can Both Exist?; 3) Home Stay vs Hotel Stay; 4) Dealing with Parents; 5) Dealing with Unexpected Events; 6) Managing Increased Workload Expectations. Instructors will present important issues and effective response strategies for 3 contemporary topics within the International Athletic Community and Programs (selected from the six available for LTC 910). The instructional format of this course will consist of brief presentations, group interactions, and sharing of ideas. Participants will play an active role as these issues are debated and explored.
Enrollees who will derive greatest benefit: International athletic administrators seeking insight and possible solutions relative to current issues in international athletic programs.
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