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Physical Education

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The Physical Education major offers general study in the field and specific preparation for a career in teaching.

Required Courses

Course Code

Title

Hours

SSD 180

Physical Wellness Dynamics

2

SSD 190

Safety and First Aid

2

SSD 260

Athletic Training

2

SSD 292

Methods of Outdoor Recreation

2

SSD 300

Personal and Community Health

3

2

1 Coaching Course

Total Credits 2

Course Code

Title

Hours

SSD 310

Theory and Practice of Football

2

SSD 311

Theory and Practice of Baseball

2

SSD 312

Theory and Practice of Basketball

2

SSD 313

Theory and Practice of Track and Field

2

SSD 314

Theory and Practice of Softball

2

SSD 315

Theory and Practice of Volleyball

2

SSD 320

Methods of Teaching Physical Education

3

SSD 325

Teaching School Health

2

SSD 330

Motor Learning and Kinesiology

3

SSD 335

History and Philosophy of P.E. and Sport

3

SSD 340

Adapted Physical Education

2

SSD 350

Measurement in Physical Education

2

SSD 370

Sport Psychology

3

SSD 410

Organization & Administration

3

SSD 454

Sport Law and Ethics

3

BIO 308

Human Anatomy and Physiology I

4

Sub-Total Hours

41

Recommended Additional Courses

Course Code

Title

Hours

SSD 200

Water Safety Instructor

2

SSD 305

3

SSD 430

Biomechanics and Advanced Kinesiology

3

SSD 470

Advanced Sport Psychology

3

SSD 490

Exercise Physiology

4

Total Credits

41

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