About This Program
Are you passionate about outdoor pursuits, fitness activities, dance and rhythmic activities, aquatics, individual-performance activities, games and sports, lifetime activities, and working with children? We offer 21st-century physical education at UMD!
The Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Physical Education offers cutting-edge physical education with early and frequent authentic, hands-on teaching experiences that prepare students to be successful in student teaching, as well as in their future teaching careers.
Program Highlights
- You can also pursue Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE) licensure endorsements through our DAPE minor
- Eligibility for licensure in Physical Education, grades K-12 in the state of Minnesota
- Faculty serve on national, state, and college committees and are recipients of national awards in their respective areas of expertise
- Faculty are recipients of college awards for outstanding teaching, research, advising, and service
Student Internships
PE students work closely with area schools for classroom experiences and authentic teaching practice at UMD. All students participate in a full semester of student teaching in PE classrooms.
Potential Careers
Entry Level
- K-12 Physical education teacher
- Health educator
- DAPE specialist
- Fitness leader
- Sports & recreation director
- Coach
- Outdoor adventure specialist
Advanced Degree
- Dean of student
- Principal
- Athletic director
- School counselor
- Superintendent
Scholarships
Current students in CEHSP may be eligible for both merit-based and need-based scholarships. More than 100 scholarships are available each academic year.
Get Involved
- Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) Student Organization
- Education Minnesota Aspiring Educators
Requirements
Refer to the link below for more detailed information about the program, admission requirements, sample plans, and contact information.