Online Undergraduate and Grad Programs
for Physical Education Teachers

Online PE Programs/Classes: University

California State Univ. Dominguez Hills Online PE Programs (PDF)

California State University, Dominguez Hills Department of Kinesiology offers several online graduate teacher preparation classes for physical educators. For information, contact, Dr. Carole Casten at: ccasten@csudh.edu. View them here.

University of Central Missouri--Master of Science in Physical Education and Sport Science -Specializing in Athletics & Sports Business Administration

This program is offered entirely online through the Department of Health and Human Services, which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Through coursework, internships, and/or research, graduates will demonstrate creative thinking, problem solving, and independent study skills. Students will apply theoretical concepts of sport administration and management in a practical setting. They will also conduct research that contributes to the creation, expansion, and/or application of knowledge as well as demonstrate an understanding of an area of specialization. Graduates of this program find positions in physical education, athletics, coaching, business, health promotion, athletic training and sports medicine, fitness/wellness, intramurals, and/or recreation to name a few.

Canisius College Online Masters PE Degree

This program is designed for physical education professionals who already possess initial or provisional teaching certification in physical education. This program is ideal for coaches and others with demanding schedules who need to balance work family, and continuing their education. The Master of Science/Education degree in Physical Education meets the master's degree requirement for permanent or professional certification in the state of New York.

Florida State University Online MS Degree

The Teacher Education Master of Science (M.S.) Program in Physical Education is offered both on-campus and as a distance learning program, which allows students to complete the program entirely online. These programs are designed for those who are certified physical education teachers or those who hold a teaching certificate in another content area. Course content and experiences are focused on preparing individuals to plan,implement,evaluate, and conduct research in physical education program and curriculum development and instructional strategies in school settings. Opportunities to apply the theoretical knowledge base with ones own students is a central focus of the online program. Both thesis and non-thesis options are available.

University of Houston's Online Master of Education in Physical Education

The University of Houston's Online Master of Education in Physical Education is a degree that you can get on your own time. UH's Department of Health and Human Performance is dedicated to the understanding, development, and promotion of a healthy lifestyle. Our students are trained to become top coaches, personal trainers, fitness and rehabilitation experts, through online access to experienced professors and challenging and comprehensive classes.

University of South Florida Online MA Degree Program in Physical Education

Both veteran and beginning teachers, along with anyone interested in beginning a new career, can benefit from the Master of Arts (MA) Degree Program in Physical Education. The program is specifically designed to advance individual instructional skills, develop contemporary curriculums, and increase the quality of community and school based physical education programs. The degree is designed for anyone interested in the lifelong process of becoming a reflective, effective teacher, who is prepared to lead youngsters to become physically active for a lifetime. This program is part of the Academic Common Market (ACM) allowing students in 16 southern states the opportunity to take courses and pay Florida in-state tuition.

Emporia States HPE Online Graduate Degree Program

Eastern Oregon University, Online BS and BA in Physical Activity and Health

Montana State University online courses in sport science

"Sport Physiology" (HHD 550-01), 3 graduate credits, fully online. This science-based course examines the human body's response to sport training and performance and is ideal for students and professionals in exercise science, kinesiology, health and human development, athletic training and coaching, and allied health programs. Participants will study the muscular, neuromuscular, cardio-respiratory, and endocrine systems during physical performance; and examine nutrition, ergogenic aids, body composition, weight control, temperature regulation, and other aspects of athletic training and sports conditioning. Students will also use virtual laboratory experiences to study basic sport testing techniques.

"Sport Nutrition" (HHD 551, 3 graduate credits, fully online). Current sport nutrition knowledge in a science-based course. Learn about carbohydrate, fat, protein, mineral, and vitamin metabolism and function; popular ergogenic aids and sports performance; nutritional quackery in sport; current nutritional recommendations for improved physical performance; fluid and electrolyte needs, use, function, and loss during sport performance; calculation of energy intake, expenditure, and needs for athletes; thermoregulation, fluid balance, and rehydration; and nutritional analyses and consultation techniques.

Online Adapted PE Programs/Classes

• Drake University Adapted PE Courses (Choose the adapted link. They offer online Adapted PE, Coaching, and Other PE Courses)

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