Program Overview

Program Overview

The Single-Subject Credential in Physical Education is an integrated program offered jointly by the Department of Kinesiology and the Graduate College of Education. This program educates and certifies teachers to teach physical education in public and private K-12 schools.

Program Emphasis

The emphasis on pedagogical knowledge during the early field experience, pre-service, and in-service teaching experience provides the learning environment for teachers to develop the necessary skills to educate a diverse student population to be physically educated individuals for lifelong physical activity.

Program Structure

The Integrated Program of Professional Preparation consists of a four-year Physical Education Teaching Education program.

• Students will complete the required courses for the major in three years
  • During the fourth year, students will take the courses required for the single subject Physical Education credential
    • This includes Student Teaching requirements

Program Goals

The program aims to develop teachers who can provide a learning environment that fosters the development of physically educated individuals for lifelong physical activity.