QUAD-A (Aspiring Athletic Administrators Academy)

The Aspiring Athletic Administrators Academy (QUAD A) is an introductory program of study, created by the Texas High School Athletic Directors Association, designed for those individuals who would like to pursue a career as an Athletic Administrator in the State of Texas.  This program addresses the necessary duties, responsibilities, and skills specific to the success of Texas Athletic Administrators.  In addition to program content, the QUAD A program provides networking opportunities with Athletic Administrators across the State. 

The topics below are examples of content presented within the QUAD A (Aspiring Athletic Administrators Academy) program. The topics may be offered during the Spring Sponsor Showcase and the THSADA State Conference. 

• Budget Basics 

• Hiring Procedures-Coaches/Staff 

• Conducting Staff Meetings 

• Event Management 

• State and local compliance 

• Interview Preparation 

• The Importance of Networking 

• Building a Positive Culture 

All QUAD A courses completed by participants are recorded in MemberClicks.  Once a participant completes a course from each content area (100-700), they will receive a certificate of completion.  QUAD A participants may concurrently attend TAAC sessions, but the QUAD A courses do not count toward the 30-courses required for the THSADA State Certification Program (TAAC). 

Resume Review 

QUAD A Participants may have an opportunity to have their resume reviewed during the Spring Sponsor Showcase or the State Conference by a school district superintendent or athletic administrator. 

You must be an Active or Associate member of THSADA and register to attend any THSADA sanctioned event.  QUAD A and TAAC session videos are available to those members who register for the THSADA event in which the content was presented.