Part of the School of Education and Sciences
The Bachelor of Science in Physical Education EC-12 is designed principally for preparing individuals to teach Physical Education EC-12 (all level). The Physical Education program focuses on the academic, emotional, spiritual and social behaviors of the students.
Objectives
The primary objectives of the programs are to:
1. Expose students to both theory and application of the physical education program standards.
2. Help students to acquire pedagogical methods for teaching at all levels.
3. Prepare students for all-level teacher certification and careers in physical education in both public and private elementary and secondary schools.
The physical education degree program is designed for a student preparing for a career as a teacher of Physical Education EC-12 in public schools. In addition, the program prepares the students for a career in the recreation field. It also provides foundation courses to prepare the student to pursue graduate study.
