Health and Physical Education BS

A career that puts education in motion.

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Take your teaching practice out of the classroom and onto the field, with a degree in health and physical education.

Combining traditional teacher preparation with elements of health, science, kinesiology and more, our BS degree in health and physical education prepares students to be leaders in both the classroom and the gymnasium.

In-Demand Careers

  • Physical Education Teacher
  • Health Teacher
  • Athletic Coach
  • Athletic Director
  • Fitness Trainer
  • Health/Wellness Coach

Why Health and Physical Education? | Why Our Program?

  • Our Bachelor of Science program, which includes a coaching minor, is a leader in providing innovative, skills-based teacher preparation.
  • Our faculty are dynamic educators who model best teaching practices and provide a wide variety of field experiences.
  • Upon completion of the program, you鈥檒l be prepared for certification to teach health and physical education and adapted physical education.
  • Topics covered in the include: exercise science, nutrition, motor development and learning, sexual health, kinesiology and drug education.

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The 麻豆原创 Advantage

麻豆原创 is the best value in higher education. In-state students have the opportunity to attend two years tuition-free under the Hope Scholarship, while our Northeast Neighbors are offered a 40 percent discount.

Our Health and Physical Education Faculty

Ensuring That You'll be Ready

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Susan Clark

鈥溌槎乖 is the only higher education institution in Rhode Island with health and physical education programs fully approved by the Rhode Island Department of Education. Our innovative programs will have you ready to receive your certifications to teach pre-K-12 upon graduation.鈥

Program's Strength and Reputation Were the Draw

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Feinstein School of Education and Human Development

The Feinstein School administers and coordinates all professional education programs at 麻豆原创. We offer a range of programs, including early childhood, pre-K-12, counseling, school psychology, youth development and health and wellness.

Dr. Susan A. Clark

Assistant Professor