In recent years, careers in physical education have become more specialized. Students interested in physical education or related fields find numerous career opportunities in teaching, coaching, management, marketing, finance, health promotion, rehabilitation, recreation and wellness/fitness. Most of these positions require a bachelor's degree, and some require special certifications or advanced study. Teaching, coaching and administrative positions...
A career in physical education offers many job possibilities. One may be a director or a counselor or instructor in a program of physical activity at a camp or youth agency. Other possibilities are playground supervisor or coach of a team or officiating at sports events. There are also opportunities for teaching children with special problems such as physical or mental disabilities.
Career Options Activity Specialist, Adaptive Physical Education...
The Physical Education major may find employment in recreational programs or transfer to a four-year institution to become qualified as an instructor
or to pursue a career in athletic coaching.
Students may earn an Associate of Science degree with an emphasis in Physical Education. The degree program emphasizes the inter-relatedness of several fields of study. Physical skills and knowledge are acquired through the physical education activity and theory classes.
Offerings in the humanities, social sciences, and biological sciences also prepare the student for a career in physical education.
Acceptable Courses Within Major A. Nine (9) units required from this section 9
HHP 6A Lifetime Fitness Program I (3)
HHP 60 Health and Fitness Education (3)
HHP 62 Safety and First Aid Education (2)
BIOL 50 Nutrition (3)
B. Eight (8) units required from this section 8
BIOL 10 Human Anatomy (4)
BIOL 60 Human Physiology (4)
C. Three (3) units required from this section 3
BIOL 65 Microbiology (4)
Psych 1 General Psychology (3)
The Health Physical Education program prepares students for transfer to four-year institutions with a broad college background and skill and knowledge in one of the following areas: Fitness, Sports & Lifetime Recreation; Exercise and Sports Science; Sports Management; or Health Physical Education Teacher Preparation.
Students work with a transfer counselor to design a program of studies to meet the requirements for their chosen four-year institution.
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Goal Statement The goal of the Associate of Science Degree Program in Physical Education is to provide graduates a basis in physical education, health, family and consumer science, social science, and speech, which will enable the success of the student in pursuit of a degree at a four-year college.
Program Objectives 1. Prepare the student to transfer Physical Education courses to a four-year college or university.
2. Graduates will demonstrate...
Some possible careers: Coach, teacher, team manager, umpire, referee, athlete, sports trainer, sports medicine technician, recreational therapist, community activities director.
Major: Physical Education 32 units An Associate in Science degree may be earned by completing a minimum of 60 units of degree credit coursework, including the major requirements and breadth requirements, with a minimum grade point average of 2.0. The student must complete...
Mission Statement "To provide an environment which enables students to evolve personally and professionally by obtaining knowledge and skills in the areas of health, physical education and recreation and other sport related careers."
This transfer program prepares students for careers in sport, physical health education, wellness and recreation. It provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary for successful transfer to a baccalaureate...
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