BS in Physical Education and Coaching Science

The Bachelor of Science in physical education and coaching science degree prepares graduates for successful careers in instruction and supervision of human movement, sport and games, and physical activity at all developmental levels. The degree consists of kinesiology common core coursework, providing the fundamental understanding of human movement, and two specific concentrations from which candidates may chose:

Physical Education (teaching licensure) concentration

This concentration prepares physical educators to teach fundamental motor skills, movement concepts and health-related fitness concepts, serving as an ideal pathway to coaching and teaching careers in school settings.

Coaching Science (non-licensure) concentration

This concentration includes coursework and experiences that will build coaching skills, enhancing graduates’ competitiveness in the health and wellness, fitness, sport and performance coaching job markets.

Admission Requirements

A minimum of 120 s.h. is required for successful completion of the degree.

A minimum cumulative 2.7 GPA, documented scores for Praxis I Series (PPST, CBT or documented scores on SAT/ACT), successful completion of the KINE majors’ fitness test, and successful completion of the computer competency requirement are required to declare a major in the Physical Education concentration. A minimum grade of C (2.0) is required in all courses leading to licensure for successful completion of the degree. A minimum grade of C (2.0) for interdisciplinary human studies coursework is required for licensure.

A minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA and successful completion of the KINE majors’ fitness test are required to declare a major in the Coaching Science concentration. A minimum grade of C- (1.7) is required for all KINE courses.

Program Requirements

• Required Courses – Coaching Science Concentration
• Required Courses – Physical Education (Teaching Licensure) Concentration

Delivery Methods

This program is only offered in an on-campus, Face to Face format.

Additional Information

A minimum grade of C is required in all KINE courses. A minimum grade of C (2.0) for interdisciplinary human studies concentration courses is required for licensure.