Human Kinetics and Health Education
Physical Education Program
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Licensure: Early Childhood through Adolescence (EC-A)
Birth to Age 21 | Grades PK to 12
Completion of the Physical Education Program leads to a Bachelor of Science in Education and prepares students for licensure to teach physical education to students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Within this major, students will earn licensures in Health, Adapted Physical Education, and Coaching.
Students who wish to pursue physical education must apply and be admitted to the Professional Education Program. Once accepted, students will proceed through the Physical Education Program.
Required Core Courses
(Bio 105 is a prerequisite to PhyEd 275)
| Department | Course # | Course Name | Credit(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Education | 275 | Functional Anatomy and Physiology (Kinesiology for PE Majors) | 5 Spring |
| Physical Education |
395 | Resistance Training for PE Majors | 3 Fall/Spring |
| Physical Education | 335 | Human Movement and Exercise Physiology in Physical Education | 3 Fall/Spring/ Summer |
Other Required Courses
| Department | Course # | Course Name | Credit(s) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Education | 290 | The Child, Teacher, and Physical Education | 3 – Fall | |
| Physical Education | 192 | Outdoor Recreation and Leisure Activities | 2 – Spring | |
| Physical Education | 193 | Adventure, Challenge, and Cooperative Activities in PE | 2 – Fall | |
| Physical Education | 224 | PreK- 12 Methods for Swimming/Adapted Aquatics | 3 – Fall | |
| Physical Education | 266 | Dance | 3 – Spring | |
| Physical Education | 324 | Dance II | 3 – Fall | |
| Physical Education | 373 | Adapted Physical Education | 3 – Fall | |
| Physical Education | 375 | Lifespan Motor Development | 2 – Spring | |
| Physical Education | 392 | Instructional Methods for Elementary School Physical Education | 3 – Fall | |
| Physical Education | 393 | Instructional Methods for Middle School Physical Education | 3 – Spring | |
| Physical Education | 394 | Instructional Methods for High School Physical Education | 3 – Spring | |
| Physical Education | 421 | Evaluation, Assessment and Technology in PE/APE | 3 – Fall (Online) | |
| Physical Education | 441 | Organization and Administration of Physical Education | 2 – Spring | |
| Physical Education | 460 | History and Philosophy of Physical Education | 1 – Spring (Online) | |
| Physical Education | 472 | PreK-12 and Physical Education Curriculum | 2 – Spring | |
| Physical Education | 422 | Phy Ed/Sport for Individuals with Development Disabilities | 3 – Fall | |
| Physical Education | 424 | Phy Ed/Sport for Individuals with Chronic & Permanent Disablities | 3 – Spring | |
| Physical Education | 482 | Practicum in Adapted Physical Education & Special Education | 3 – Fall/Spring | |
| Health | 106 | Personal Health and Wellness (USP Course) | 3 – Fall/Spring (Online) | |
| Health | 211 | Nutrition and Weight Control | 3 – Fall/Summer (Online) | |
| Health | 240 | Human Sexuality | 3 – Fall/Summer (Online) | |
| Health | 308 | Instructional Strategies in Health | 3 – Spring (Hybrid) | |
| Health | 420 | Issues in Mental & Emotional Health | 3 – Spring |
NOTES
- First Aid and Professional CPR/AED are required certifications prior to student teaching.
- For University Studies Program (former General Education) requirements and criterion for Admission to Licensure Program and Admission to student teaching please refer to the Professional Education Program (PEP) handout.
Contact Us
Human Kinetics and Health Education
Albee Hall 108
(920) 424-1331
Amy Ready
Academic Department Associate
readya@uwosh.edu
(920) 424-1231
