Character Training Courses
The NAIA's character training program and certification process is a voluntary professional development program designed for those individuals seeking to positively impact sports.
Each Character Training Course (CTC) is taught by a member of the Champions of Character Advisory Board. Courses will be available online (in 2012), during the NAIA National Convention and at selected locations. For more information about Character Training Courses please contact Kristin Gilette, NAIA Director of Champions of Character.
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CTC 101 |
Champions of Character Overview |
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This course explores the need for character education and examines the philosophy of character-driven athletics. |
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CTC 102 |
Champions of Character Fundamentals |
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This course provides the foundation of the 3 main presentations to student-athletes, coaches and parents. Prerequisite course for CTC 302, 303 and 304 |
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CTC 201 |
Champions of Character Campus based Strategies and Organizational Principles for Member Institutions |
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This course provides organizational strategies and best practices for developing teams of character. |
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CTC 202 |
Champions of Character Outreach Strategies and Organizational Principles for High School Organizations |
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This course provides best practices for developing effective outreach programs to high schools. |
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CTC 203 |
Hospitality and Event Management |
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This course examines the best practices for establishing a character-driven game environment. |
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CTC 301 |
Champions of Character Teacher Training |
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This course is designed for those intending to pursue a Master Champion of Character certification. |
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CTC 302 |
Champions of Character Fundamental Presentation-How to Teach Character Through Sport |
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Deliver the presentation How to Teach Character Through Sport and have your presentation evaluated by the Advisory Board. Submit your video presentation via email. |
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CTC 303 |
Champions of Character Fundamental Presentation-Redefining the Term Athlete |
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Deliver the presentation Redefining the Term Athlete and have your presentation evaluated by the Advisory Board. Submit your video presentation via email. |
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CTC 304 |
Champions of Character Fundamental Presentation-The Role of Parents in Athletics |
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Deliver the presentation The Role of Parents in Athletics and have your presentation evaluated by the Advisory Board. Submit your video presentation via email. |
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CTC 400 |
Champions of Character Capstone Project |
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Project is a paper and presentation on a topic which must pre-approved by the Champions of Character National Faculty. The Advisorty Board reviews all submitted papers and presentations, recommends changes and decides if it will be presented at the National Convention. Upon presentation at Convention, all courses completed, and with the approval of the National Faculty the individual attains a Master Champion of Character certification and the topic may become an additional course. Must be submitted for Convention approval by August 1st. |
Additional Courses
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CTC 001 |
Blowing the Whistle on Character Education |
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Examines the role of officiating in sports and its impact on fan behavior, crowd control, sportsmanship and the future of sport. Also reviews the responsibilities of the five partners in athletics; student-athletes, fans, administrators, officials and coaches. |
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CTC 002 |
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Review of Champions of Character, available resources, and personal application to Sports Information Directors. |
Character Training Courses Frequently Asked Questions
 Character Training Course FAQ's |
Please refer to our Frequenty Asked Questions for questions about Character Training Courses. For additional questions or information please contact Kristin Gillette, NAIA Director of Champions of Character. |
