Mental Performance Qualifications (effective January 1, 2021)
Education
- Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Kinesiology, Science, Arts, or Education with relevance in sport psychology or sport mental skills.
Experience
- As of January 1, 2021, all new mental performance consultant applicants must have one of the following prior to applying:
- A professional membership with the Canadian sport Psychology Association (CSPA) https://www.cspa-acps.com/
- Be a certified consultant with the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) https://appliedsportpsych.org/
Services Provided (Core Competencies)
- Parent-Athlete-Coach-Relations
- Communication Skills
- Team Building and Group Dynamics
- Attentional control (focus/ concentration)
- Emotional control (stress management)
- Arousal control
- Self-awareness
- Goal Setting
- Mental Imagery
- Self-Talk
- Routines before, during and after competition
- Ideal Performance State
- Mental Toughness Training
- Maximizing effectiveness of practice
Updated as of January 2021