Master of Education in Health & Physical Education
Eastern Washington University

Program Details

The online Master of Education in Health and Physical Education from Eastern Washington University enables students to create an educational foundation for a healthy student body population. Dedicated and experienced faculty provide engaging, project-based education with practical application so that they can instill positive, healthy behaviors in the classroom and beyond. A teaching certificate is not required for this program, and this program does not result in an initial teaching endorsement. 

Courses include, but are not limited to: 

  • Health basics
  • Skill acquisition and performance in PE
  • Internship in health education 



Students in this online master’s degree program will learn how to manage a gym classroom, incorporate fitness training, teach health literacy, and more. Career opportunities for graduates include jobs as elementary, middle school, or high school gym teachers, athletic trainers, and coaches. This online program can be completed in just one year. This program is ideal for busy, working individuals who need the convenience and flexibility of an online program. The online master’s degree in Health and Physical Education can pave the way to lifelong, rewarding careers in health and physical education.

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100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Eastern Washington University is accredited by:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s)