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Physical Education Department Petro Allied Health Center, |
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The Major in Physical Education: The Bachelor of Education degree in Physical Education requires satisfactory completion of 49 hours, of which 29 are considered core physical education requirements. These courses include: HL 152, PE 250, PE 257, PE 306, PE 311, PE 320, PE 321, PE 326, PE 340, PE 440, one class in aquatics (with the exception of PE 170 or PE 171) and First/Aid CPR certification. In addition, twenty hours of course work are required for K-12 certification including PE 260, PE 261, PE 270, PE 324, PE 325, PE 360, PE 361, and PE 365. Students who select a concentration in Coaching should complete the following courses: PE 257, PE 280, PE 300, PE 306 and 6 hours of coaching theory classes for a total of 16 hours. The concentration in Athletic Training requires: PE 257, PE 258, PE 292, PE 300, PE 306, PE 308, PE 350, PE 392, PE 393, PE 492, and PE 494. Correlated requirements: CH 121, PS 101, BI 250, BI 255 and PE 333 for a total of 43 hours. Additional requirements are listed under degree requirements in the Education Department. The Major in Physical Education: The Bachelor of Arts degree in physical education will prepare students for future study in physical education and movement science and/or careers in activity-oriented businesses. This degree is NOT for students seeking teaching certification. Each student will take the general education requirements necessary for the Bachelor of Arts degree. The Physical Education core requirements include the following 21 credits: HL 152, PE 250, PE 271, PE 320, PE 321, PE 326, PE 440, PE 496. Correlated requirements include CM 212 or PE 333 BI 250. Activity requirements are 4 credits from the 100-level, one-hour activity course listing or from the following list: PE 260, PE 261, PE 360, PE 361, PE 365, or PE 400. Students are also required to take 12 interest area credits in physical education, 6 of which must be 200+ level or higher, and 6 at 300+ level or higher. Interest area credits may be fulfilled by concentration courses in PE. The concentration in Sport Management includes the following: BU 360,
AC 224, EC 201, EC 202, MM 100, SO 315,, 3 credits from BU 342/BU 345/BU
346; 6 credits (3 credits upper division from: BU 250/BU 315/BU 363/BU
366/AC 225; PE 306, PE 370, and PE 494 (Internship 300-600 hours). The concentration in Exercise Physiology includes the following: PE 257,
PE 300, PE 308, PE 400, PE 410, PE 411 and PE 494 (field experience 50
hours). Correlated requirements include: MA 140 or PY 102, CH 121, PS
101, and SO 315. For the concentration in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) students
must complete all core requirements, correlated requirements, activity
credits and interest area credits for the basic BA degree in physical
education. Concentration courses are specified by the PTA program. The Flexible Option concentration is designed to allow students to develop a unique program of studies leading to specialization in a field other than the four specific specialization currently offered in the BA program. This option is designed to satisfy the needs of those who desire a basic physical education degree but wish to combine it with a specialized interest within disciplines outside the Department of Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science. Students considering a flexible option concentration should first consult with a HPEES faculty advisor to become familiar with the nature and requirements of the concentration. The advisor will explain the process required to enable a student to pursue this option. The Major in Athletic Training: The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in athletic training is designed to prepare students to take the certification examination administered by the National Athletic Trainers Association, Board of Certification. The Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) is in the process of becoming accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Beginning in January 2004, all students who seek NATA BOC Certification must have completed an accredited course of study. The athletic training core requirements include: HL 152, PE 250, PE 271,
PE 320, PE 321, PE 326 and PE 440. Correlated requirements include: IS
170, BI 255, BI 275, CH 121, PS 101, NU 313, SO 315 and either PE 333
or CM 212. The concentration in the Athletic Training major includes: PE 257, PE 300, PE 306, PE 308, PE 350, PE 355 and PE 455. The four clinical experiences courses includes: PE 292, PE 392, PE 393, PE 492. The Athletic Training Education Program has special admission requirements. Interested students should contact the Athletic Training Education Program Director or HPEES secretary for specific application and admission requirements. |