What are the academic requirements to coach at the college level

To function as a sports coach you would need degrees in subjects such as coaching, sports science, sports studies, movement studies or physical education

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A college coach, or any college instructor, must be certified. To be certified you must have a degree in the field you will work. Certification is handled through most State School Boards so try googling or 50 States' Certification Requirements | Academic Services and Teacher Certification

Most college coaches will have master degrees also