Kinesiology - Physical Education Teaching Emphasis, B.A.

Department Chair: Jim Ave, Ph.D., ATC

Overview

This emphasis is designed for students who would like to teach physical education in a single-subject setting within schools. Traditionally this has been in grades 7-12, but increasingly school districts are hiring physical education specialists for the elementary grades as well. Using California state guidelines, the emphasis has been designed to give students a broad content base in order to prepare students to enter into a teacher education program.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Communication - articulate concepts, theories, and applications clearly and accurately in various forms of communication in the student's professional area.
Content Knowledge - comprehend content-specific knowledge from the kinesiology foundations.
Professional Standards - identify and recognize how to use professional standards in the student's professional area to promote the professions.
Movement Concepts and Forms - understand how to integrate movement concepts and forms into a broad range of physical education, sports, and athletic activities and environments.
Assessment - select and administer appropriate physical education, sports, and athletic activities and environments.

Locations Offered

Main Campus Fresno

Degree Pathway

Kinesiology - Physical Education Teaching Emphasis, B.A. Four Year Pathway

Lower Division Major Prerequisites

BIOL 231 - Anatomy and Physiology I Credits 3
BIOL 231L - Anatomy and Physiology I Lab Credits 1
KIN 120 - Concepts of Wellness Credits 3
MATH 120 - Principles of Mathematics Credits 4
PE 120 - Dance Movement Credits 1
PSY 120 - General Psychology Credits 3

Required Courses (41 Units)

Core Courses (22 Units)

KIN 251 - Foundations of Kinesiology Credits 3
KIN 270 - Nutrition Credits 3
KIN 331 - Motor Learning and Development Credits 3
KIN 385 - Kinesiology Practicum Credits 1 - 3
Must take a minimum of 2 units
KIN 401 - Biomechanics Credits 3
KIN 401L - Biomechanics Lab Credits 1
KIN 406 - Physiology of Exercise I Credits 3
KIN 406L - Physiology of Exercise I Lab Credits 1
KIN 485 - Senior Seminar Credits 2
KIN 490 - Capstone Credits 1

Emphasis Courses (19 Units)

KIN 320 - Theory of Elementary Physical Education Credits 3
KIN 323 - Theory of Secondary Physical Education Credits 2
KIN 340 - Measurement Evaluation Credits 3
KIN 346 - Analysis of Interscholastic Sports Credits 2
KIN 347 - Analysis of Elementary Games and Fundamental Movement Skills Credits 3
KIN 348 - Analysis of Recreational & Non-Traditional Sports Credits 3
KIN 375 - Analysis of Rhythm and Dance Credits 2
PE 123 - Self Defense Credits 1

Teacher Education Program Information

Students who are interested in applying for admission to the Teacher Education Program should consult with their academic advisors and/or contact the Regional Enrollment Office prior to (2 or more semesters before) completion of their degrees.

Admissions Requirements:

Applicants to the Teacher Education Program are required to complete the following in order to be considered for admission.

Online application
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
A written request to waive the GPA requirement can be submitted for Program Director consideration
Three letters of reference
Personal statement documenting experience working with youth
Verifications of negative TB test and Certificate of Clearance

Testing Requirements:

Students are strongly encouraged to complete the required tests prior to admission to the credential program. Students must meet established testing requirements to progress into the student teaching or internship phase of the Teacher Education Program.

Passing results on CBEST
Passing results on CSET for area of credential

Required Co-Requisite Courses:

Students are strongly encouraged to complete the required co-requisite courses as part of their undergraduate programs. If not completed prior to admission to the Teacher Education Program, the equivalent graduate-level courses can be added to a student's academic plan for the credential program.

LANG 340 - Linguistics & Modern Grammar 3 units
PSY 355 - Adolescent Development 3 units
PS 120 - American Politics and Society 3 units or HIST 150 - American Civilization 4 units