Program Details
The online Master of Science in Education with a concentration in Physical Education and Teacher Education program prepares teachers who are passionate leaders and able to create programs that inspire students to be healthy. The curriculum is designed to spark intellectual curiosity in physical education, the promotion of physical activity, and the design and use of culturally relevant curricula. Coursework provides the tools to read, understand, critique, and conduct research in physical education while also helping educators become agents of change with skills in leadership, advocacy, and mentorship. Graduates will have a strong understanding of issues around diversity as they relate to effective teaching and curricular development in physical education.
Requirements
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 3.0 GPA. Those with a GPA of 2.5 through 2.9 might be admitted with conditions.
- Statement of Objectives
- Resume
- Proof of New York State initial teacher certification
- Submission of test scores from either edTPA, the GRE, or the Miller Analogies Test (MAT). NOTE: Applicants who are certified teachers and already hold a graduate degree, no test scores are required.
School Accreditation Statement
Middle States Commission on Higher Education