CAREER STUDIES CERTIFICATE (C.S.C.)
Our Sports Management Career Studies Certificate (CSC) program is designed to provide students with foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to begin or advance a career in the sports industry. This short-term program prepares students for entry-level positions in a variety of settings, including sports organizations, recreation departments, fitness centers, and event management companies.
This Career Studies Certificate can be completed in just two semesters.
This short-term program prepares students for entry-level positions in a variety of settings, including sports organizations, recreation departments, fitness centers, and event management companies. Emphasizing key areas such as sports marketing, facility operations, event planning, and organizational leadership, the program also develops essential communication, decision-making, and management skills specific to the sports and recreation field.
Southwest Virginia Community College has options to help you pay for a degree or certificate. A high percentage of students receive assistance through financial aid.
Learn about paying for college and current tuition-free programs here.
All Locations: 2-Hour Delay on Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Monday, December 15: Campus closed until 5:00 PM. All daytime classes canceled. Campus will reopen at 5:00 PM for evening classes.
All Southwest locations are CLOSED on Friday, December 12, due to inclement weather.
All locations closing at 10:30 AM on Sun, Dec 14, due to inclement weather. Night classes are canceled.