department of Physical education
General Information
The Department of Physical Education provides the opportunity for students to:
Gain a teaching license;
Pursue a major in Exercise Science with specializations in adult fitness and exercise science; and
Develop physical fitness and sports skills through activities offered in the *General Education program.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
undergraduate
Physical Education majors may earn either the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree.
Candidates for these degrees should consult the University requirements for graduation, including *General Education requirements, described in the University Catalog.
International students need apply to the Office of Admissions.
graduate
Students interested in the graduate programs in Physical Education must apply to the College of Graduate and Professional Studies.
All departmental programs are highlighted by:
Accreditation from the North Central Association for Teacher Education;
Opportunities for on-site learning experiences in education and professional areas of study;
A nationally recognized faculty;
Personal contact with faculty and other students in small to medium size classes of between 20 to 35 students;
Laboratory experiences in exercise physiology, biomechanics, and motor learning; and
Sports activity instruction in excellent facilities.
Areas of Study
Majors
Physical Education
All-Grade Major
Physical
Education Exercise Science Major
Minors
Coaching Concentration
Dance Minor
Martial Arts
Minor
Non-Teaching
Minor
Strength and Conditioning Minor
Career Opportunities
Graduates will find a growing demand for their skills and talents in a variety of movement and fitness based activity settings. Career opportunities are available in:
Teaching physical education at the elementary school levels
Teaching and/or coaching at middle and high school levels
Corporate fitness programs
Hospital wellness programs
Cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation settings
Exercise and fitness leadership in public and private fitness centers
Personal training
*Revisions to the General Education Program are in process. The new Foundational Studies Program will be in effect for those students entering ISU beginning Fall 2010.