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Nov 04, 2025
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2018-19 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Physical Education Major
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A major in physical education is designed primarily to prepare individuals to teach physical education in school settings. Students can receive teaching certification in elementary physical education and/or secondary physical education. See the education department section for the elementary and secondary endorsement requirements.
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Competency requirements:
Swimming - Pass swimming competency examination
Physical fitness competency - Meet the physical fitness competency requirement as established by the kinesiology department
- The physical fitness competency requirement consists of an initial assessment and exit assessment. The initial assessment will be completed in KIN180-Introduction to Kinesiology and the exit assessment will be completed during KIN402-Assessment in Physical Education.
First aid and CPR certification: - Option 1: First aid and CPR certifications through American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Option 2: CPR certification and KIN234-Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
- Option 3: Complete one of the following courses:
- KIN104-First Aid
- KIN152-Emergency Care
- KIN260-Coaching Endorsement
Total credits required: 40-45
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