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Online Undergraduate and Grad Programs
for Physical Education Teachers

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Online Adapted PE Programs/Classes

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

University of Virginia School of Continuing & Professional Studies - Including Children with Disabilities in General Physical Education

The purpose of this online graduate class is to prepare physical education teachers in Virginia to provide safe, appropriate, and individualized accommodations to chil-dren with disabilities who are included in general physi-cal education programs. The course is divided into the following four modules: (1) introduction to inclusion, (2) planning and assessment, (3) instructional, curricu-lar, game, and behavioral accommodations, and (4) safety and social considerations with inclusion in physi-cal education. All information presented is based on scientifically-proven practices in adapted physical edu-cation that have been successfully implemented in phys-ical education programs in Virginia and around the United States. This web-based course includes lecture notes, supplemental readings, and video clips. Read the PDF.

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.

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.

Central Washington University

Master of Science in Health and Physical Education: Athletic Administration
The master’s of science specialization in Athletic Administration is focused on the types of knowledge and skills designed to enhance one's effectiveness as a coach or as a K-12 athletic administrator. It is not a sport marketing or sport management program. Students applying for this program are expected to have an undergraduate degree in health and physical education or extensive related practical experience. Because the requirements to become K-12 athletic directors vary between school districts, students intent on pursuing careers in athletic administration should check into local school district athletic administration requirements.

Master of Science in Health and Physical Education: Teaching Physical Education and Health
The master’s of science in Health and Physical Education is focused on the types of knowledge and skills designed to enhance one's effectiveness as a teacher of health and physical education. Students applying for this program are expected to have teaching certification and either an undergraduate degree in health and physical education or extensive related practical experience. The degree does NOT prepare a student for teaching certification.

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.

Fresno Pacific Univ Master of Arts in Kinesiology

Fresno Pacific University’s Master of Arts in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Physical Education is fully accredited by WASC, 100% online, and accelerated. The physical education emphasis provides students with a broad understanding of the current physical education practices and supplies the tools necessary to develop standards-based physical education programs. Students can complete the program in either 14 or 17 months. It is designed to allow physical education teachers to work full-time and complete their degree.

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 Bachelor's Degree in Physical Activity and Health

Most undergraduate and a few graduate classes are offered online at Eastern Oregon University. A fully accredited bachelor's degree can be obtained entirely from online classes. Teaching certification is not included in the degree. Several classes match state requirements for physical education or health teaching endorsements.

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.

"Sport Psychology" (HHD 552, 3 graduate credits, fully online). Learn about current body of sport psychology knowledge associated with the basic concepts, behavioral principles, and history of sport psychology; anxiety, arousal, and intervention; motivation, leadership, cohesion, and audience effects; aggression and violence in sport; selected populations including ethnicity, gender, high risk, youth, and elite performance; coaching psychology; as well as acquaint students with personality and psychological assessment techniques used in sport.

Finding Universities with PE Programs

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