COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: KINESIOLOGY,
Physical Education Teaching Emphasis
(Code 991-065)
Sixty-three semester credits, including the Core plus Kins 290, 293, 295,
300, 301, 302, 303, 305, 306, 327, 328, 484, 487, 493, 496; Sped 200 and
210 or 306. Additional requirements include: Biol 130 (GE-II), Biol 151
(GE-II) and Phys 100 (GE-II) which is a prerequisite for KINS 304. See
chart for College of Education and Human Sciences GE requirements. This
major leads to Early Childhood through Adolescence licensure in physical
education (see College of Education and Human Sciences section of this
Catalogue for additional certification requirements). The University
Physical Activity and Service-Learning requirements are met by the
completion of required coursework within this major.
Admission to the Physical Education Teaching Emphasis
The Physical Education Teaching emphasis prepares students to become
licensed physical educators in K-12 schools. Formal application to the
program must be made by the end of the first week in October and the end
of the first week in March. The Physical Education Teaching Program
committee will screen students for admission to the program and make
recommendations to the department chair. At the time of application,
students must submit:
1. a completed program application
form.
2. a transcript indicating a total GPA of 2.75 or higher and
completion of a minimum of 30 credits.
3. a completed resumé outlining:
a. experiences with children and adolescents.
b. involvement in professional organizations.
c. completion of Kins 295 with a B- or above.
4. a portfolio.
Student admission will be based on the following criteria:
1. Performance evaluations from
Kins 290 and Kins 295
2. Overall GPA
3. Interview
4. Resumé
5. Portfolio
Selected students will begin a sequential course of study upon admission.
Resources available limit the number of students admitted to the program.
Not everyone who applies can be guaranteed admission.
Retention
Once admitted into the Physical Education Teaching program, the student
must meet the following criteria to remain in the program:
1. maintain a 2.75 GPA
2. continue to display appropriate dispositions toward physical
education teaching as outlined by the College of Education and Human
Sciences.
Admission to the College of Education and Human Sciences
See additional requirements for admission to Professional Programs.
Human Performance Emphasis
Sixty semester credits including the Core plus Kins 251, 355, 358, 440,
464, 466, 474, and 498. Students must also select a specialization in one
of the following areas: Sport Performance, Fitness Management, Health
Promotion, or Pre-Professional.
Required courses in the Sport Performance option (Code 991-066)
include Kins 262, 274, 275, 277, 292, 312, 313, 348, and 357.
Required courses in the Fitness Management option (Code 991-067)
include Acct 201, 202; Bcom 206 or 207; MIS 240; Mgmt 340, 349; and Mktg
330.
Required courses in the Health Promotion option (Code 991-068)
include Adtn 375; Fmhn 220; Kins 262, 275; and 11 credits of electives
selected from: Adtn 285, 465, Adtn/Wmns 265; Kins 303; Nsys 377, 389; Phil
306; Psyc 330, 333; Soc 364; and SW 315.
Required courses in the Pre-Professional option (Code 991-069)
include Biol 314; Chem 101 or 103, or 115, 150 or 321; and eight credits
of electives selected from: Adtn 375; Chem 104, 322, 323, 352; Fmhn 220;
Kins 275, 277, 310, 330; Math 111, 112, 114; Phil 306; Phys 212; and Psyc
330, 333, 351.
The following GE courses are required for all Human Performance
students: Biol 196, 151 or 214 (Biol 214 is required for the
pre-professional specialization); and Phys 100 or 211. The University
Wellness Activity and Theory requirement and the Service-Learning
requirement are met by the completion of required coursework within this
major.
Admission to Human Performance Emphasis
The Human Performance Emphasis is intended to prepare students to work in
clinical, commercial, corporate, and community health fitness settings.
Formal application to the Human Performance Emphasis should be made during
the second year of attendance while enrolled in Kins 251, Introduction to
Human Performance. This will allow students to begin the two-year course
of study during the following semester. The number of students admitted to
the program each year is limited by available resources. Not everyone who
applies can be guaranteed admission (currently 30 new students are
admitted each semester). Program admission will be stratified based on
primary interest in one of the four specializations (Sport Performance,
Health Promotion, Fitness Management, and Pre-Professional), with the top
five candidates being admitted in each area. Additional candidates will
then be admitted based on merit regardless of specialization area.
The Human Performance Program committee will screen students for admission
to the program. At the time of application, students must submit:
1. a completed program application
form and intended plan of
study.
2. a transcript indicating completion of Kins 251, 304, and 308.
3. a cover letter and resumé highlighting qualifications related
to human performance.
4. a student portfolio.
Student admission will be based on the following criteria:
1. Resident, total, and major GPAs
2. Performance in Kins 251, 304, and 308
3. Evaluation of student cover letter, resumé, and portfolio
Admission requirements: Kinesiology: Human Performance Emphasis
Application deadline: Fall, Spring semester while enrolled in Kins
251
Credits required prior to program admission: Completion of 30
credits or more
Minimum GPA: 2.50 resident, major, and total GPA
Special grade/course requirement: Completion of Kins 251, 304, and
308
Other requirements: Submission of application, resumé, and
portfolio
Enrollment limitations: Maximum of 30 students admitted per
semester
Admission to internship: Completion of Kins 251, 355, 358, and 464;
Maintenance of current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certification
or equivalent; Completion of background information disclosure check prior
to start of internship
Sport Pedagogy Emphasis (Code 991-052)
This major WILL NOT lead to licensure in physical education upon
graduation.
Sixty semester credits, including the Core plus Kins 290, 293, 295, 300,
301, 302, 303, 305, 306, 327, 328, 476, 484 and 496; Sped 200 and 210 or
306. Additional requirements include: CJ 202 (GE-I); Biol 130, 151
(GE-II); Phys 100 (GE-II) which is a prerequisite for Kins 304; Pols 110
(GE-III); and Psyc 261 (GE-III). The College of Education and Human
Sciences GE requirements should be met if the student desires to pursue a
licensure in the future. See chart for College of Education and Human
Sciences GE requirements. In order to be eligible for future licensure, a
student must achieve a 2.75 or higher overall GPA upon graduation.
Students must maintain a 2.50 or higher GPA to remain in the Sport
Pedagogy emphasis. Students will need to pursue additional coursework and
program requirements to receive licensure and should meet with their
adviser to discuss career options. Students wanting to graduate with a
licensure in teaching should pursue the Physical Education Teaching
emphasis. The University Physical Activity and the Service-Learning
requirements are met by completion of required coursework in this
emphasis.
Admission requirements: Sport Pedagogy
Minimum GPA: At least 2.50 total
Movement Studies Emphasis (Code 991-261)
Thirty-six semester credits, including the Core plus Kins 262, 312, 313,
and 476. Ten elective credits from the following: Adtn 375; Biol 196; Dnce
101; Kins 275, 277, 292, 357, and 474. The following GE courses are
required: Biol 151; Math 104 or higher; Phys 100 or 211.
Comprehensive Major: Athletic Training (Code 995-060)
Sixty-two semester credits including the following courses: Core courses:
Kins 194, 304, 308; Adtn 375; Biol 314; Chem 101 or 103; Kins 192, 262,
277, 280, 310, 312, 315, 316, 330, 357, 375, 376, 415, 416, 420, 430 and
474. Required GE courses include: CJ 202; Biol 196, 214; Phys 100; and
Psyc 100. The University Wellness, Physical Activity, and Service-Learning
graduation requirements are met by the completion of required coursework
within this major.
Admission to Athletic Training Major
This major prepares students to become entry-level certified athletic
trainers who are highly educated and skilled professionals that provide
health care for athletes and those participating in physical activity.
Certified athletic trainers may work in high schools,
colleges/universities, clinics/hospitals, professional sports teams, or in
corporations/industries.
The Athletic Training major was recently accredited by the Commission on
Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Successful
completion of this major allows students to sit for the Board of
Certification (BOC) examination to become a certified athletic trainer.
Formal application may be made to the Athletic Training Major during the
second semester of the first year of attendance. This will allow selected
students to start the three-year course of study during the fall semester
of the following year. The number of students admitted to the program is
limited by resources available. Not everyone who applies can be guaranteed
admission (currently 12-15 new students are admitted each year).
The Athletic Training Education Program Committee will screen students for
admission to the program and make recommendations to the department chair.
At the time of application, students must submit:
1. a completed program application
form.
2. a transcript indicating a total GPA of 2.50 or higher on a minimum of
25 credits of degree work.
3. proof of the completion of 75 hours of observation under the direct
supervision of a certified athletic trainer.
4. transcripts indicating completion of Kins 274 or hold a current
American Red Cross CPR and First Aid card.
5. evidence of being tuberculosis free (Student Health Service offers TB
tests).
6. evidence of receiving at least two of the three required
immunizations in the hepatitis B vaccine series (or signed declination)
and verification of immunization history for measles, mumps, rubella,
tetanus, and diphtheria.
7. completion of Kins 192, Introduction to Athletic Training, with a
grade of “B” (3.00) or above.
8. documentation of compliance with the Athletic Training Education
Program Technical Standards for Admission, which are based on the
physical, cognitive, and attitudinal abilities that an entry-level
athletic trainer must possess.
Student admission will be based on
the following criteria:
1. performance evaluations by
clinical supervisors
2. interview
3. cumulative university GPA
Retention
Once admitted into the Athletic Training major, the student must meet the
following criteria to remain in the major:
1. maintain a 3.00 GPA in all
athletic training courses.
2. continue to be in compliance with the Athletic Training Education
Program Technical Standards for Admission and the National Athletic
Trainers’ Association (NATA) Code of Ethics.
3. satisfactorily complete all clinical experiences and other required
program criteria.
In order to be eligible to
graduate from this program a student must achieve a 2.75 or higher total
GPA.
Transfer Students
Transfer students must meet all application requirements prior to
application to the program. Kins 192 must be taken on campus. Transfer
students who are interested in the Athletic Training major should inform
the Admissions office upon application for admission to the University and
contact the Athletic Training Education program director.
Student Transportation
Students in the athletic training education program must provide their own
transportation to and from clinical experiences. Some clinical experiences
may require travel to other communities.
