Health & Physical Education Major
Major
The teacher education program emphasizes age-appropriate, hands-on learning experiences that promote practices for a healthy lifestyle with movement experiences that can be enjoyed throughout life. Upon completion of a health & physical education degree, students will be certified to teach both health and physical education in preschool through twelfth grade in Indiana.
12- to 15-week
student teaching placements
11:1
student-to-faculty ratio
100%
of students receive some form of financial assistance
Health & Physical Education Major
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Program – 4 years
- Nutrition classes
- Exercise training techniques class
- Athletic training class
- Health and physical education methods course
- Differential learners’ classes
Prepare for an exciting future in:
- Adaptive physical education
- Community health
- Health and/or physical education
- Outdoor education
- Coaching
Recent graduates have found employment in roles such as:
- College professor
- High school/elementary school teaching
- Athletic director
- College and high school coaches
You’ll gain career-shaping skills such as:
- Measuring body composition
- Muscular strength and endurance
- Flexibility
- Cardiovascular endurance assessment
- Taping techniques
Students take part in internships in places such as:
- Kroc Center
- Boys and Girls Club
- Various Summer Camps
Health & Physical Education Major Highlights
The health & physical education degree program emphasizes age-appropriate, hands-on learning experiences that promote practices for a healthy lifestyle with activities and sports that can be enjoyed at any age. Upon completion of the program, you will be certified to teach both health and physical education in grades preschool through 12 in Indiana.
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Obtaining a License in Another State
The State of Indiana has a compact agreement with most states. That means that if you hold a valid Indiana license, it should be relatively easy to obtain a license in most states. It is important to obtain your Indiana license first. Other states may have different requirements than Indiana regarding coursework, testing or GPA.
To obtain information for out-of-state licensing, please contact the Department of Education within the state you are seeking licensure. Please visit the United States Department of Education website and select the particular state of interest for license requirements and application procedures.
For current information regarding out-of-state licensing, please visit the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) website.
Have questions? Please contact the Bethel University Education Department, Licensing Advisor.
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