Physical Education Major, BS

Teaching Option

The Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) program will produce skilled, effective teachers who have the ability to obtain licensure in North Carolina by offering a program well grounded in scientific, foundational and pedagogical knowledge.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, students will:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the scientific basis for human movement so that they can plan, implement, and evaluate physical education programs.
2. Accommodate individual differences among learners, specifically for students with special challenges.
3. Demonstrate analytical, organizational, technological, and reflective thinking skills that will enable them to design and implement curriculum, and evaluate student progress.
4. Demonstrate competence in a variety of motor skills and fitness activities.
5. Demonstrate the knowledge of the physical, social, and psychological development of children that will enable them to develop and implement developmentally appropriate physical education programs based on principles.

Description

To qualify for the Bachelor of Science degree in physical education, the student must satisfy the general studies course requirements as well as the major and professional components of the program. Students are required to complete a minimum of 126 semester hours of course work to qualify for graduation. All candidates who wish to be licensed to teach must formally apply for admission to teacher education during the semester of enrollment in the sophomore course EDU 2104 (see Education ) and be interviewed by designated faculty members in physical education prior to enrolling in professional course work. Students must earn a minimum of a C grade in each major and professional course and maintain a 2.5 grade point average.

Students who have not met the requirements for admission to teacher education by the end of the fall semester of their junior year (or prior to earning 82 credit hours) must leave the major. Students will be advised to complete a degree in their 2nd Concentration or other area of interest.

All students majoring in physical education must meet a minimum competency in four specified activity areas. These include: swimming (advanced swimming), aerobic conditioning, recreational activities, and social dance. To meet this requirement, students must either pass a competency examination, or take a one-hour activity class in each deficient area. Physical education majors should use their required General Studies hour to take Rhythm and Educational Gymnastics (1 hr) or Outdoor and Leisure Activities (1 hr).

Students majoring in physical education must also complete a second academic concentration. The following are options for the second academic concentration: English, Spanish, Political Science, History, Mass Communication, Psychology, Sociology, Biology, Science and Health. Students must talk with their advisors during the freshman year to determine the best area for the second academic concentration, as their decision may impact the selection of general study courses.

Students are also required to have current CPR and First Aid certification during the semester that they student teach. This can be acquired by passing HED 3236 or taking the certification courses from the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.

Non-Teaching Option: Recreation

The Physical Education Non-Teaching Option: Recreation will produce knowledgeable and skilled practitioners who are able to develop and implement safe and effective physical activity programs for all people in various settings by offering a program that is well-rounded with scientific and foundational knowledge and experiential learning.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, students will:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the scientific basis for human movement so that they can plan, implement, and evaluate physical education and recreation programs.
2. Accommodate individual differences among individuals, specifically for individuals with special challenges.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to apply fundamental recreation concepts for all people.
4. Demonstrate competence in a variety of motor skills and fitness activities.
5. Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for delivery of recreation programs, as well as professional behaviors, through practical application.

Description

To qualify for the Bachelor of Science degree in physical education non-teaching, the student must satisfy the general studies course requirements as well as the major and professional components of the program. Students are required to complete a minimum of 120 semester hours of course work to qualify for graduation.

Students are also required to have current CPR and First Aid certification during the semester that they begin their practicum. This can be acquired by passing HED 3236 or taking the certification courses from the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.