Kinesiology: Physical Education Teaching Emphasis - BS

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Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services

Department of Kinesiology and Health Science

About This Degree

The kinesiology degree at USU provides three different options for students who wish to pursue careers in exercise science, physical therapy, or physical education. In all of these areas, students study the psychological, neurophysiological, and biomechanical/biophysical aspects of human movement.Through mentoring, students are given the opportunity to conduct undergraduate research. The department collaborates with state health programs, parks and recreation programs, and local and regional school districts to provide students with opportunities for hands-on experience and professional training.

Physical Education Teaching Emphasis: This emphasis prepares students to teach or coach physical education activities in grades K-12.

For more information about Kinesiology, see the department website.
Admitted and current students must meet with an advisor.
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The highest math requirement for this degree is STAT 1040: Introduction to Statistics (QL) or STAT 1045: Introduction to Statistics with Elements of Algebra (QL) or STAT 1080 - Foundations of Data Science (QL) or MATH 1050: College Algebra (QL) .

Minimum University Requirements

Total Credits: 120
Credits of C- or better: 100
Total credits taken through USU: 30
Total major required credits taken at USU: 10
Minimum Grade Point Average (many majors require a higher GPA): 2.0 GPA
Credits of upper-division courses (#3000 or above): 40
Upper-division credits taken at USU: 20
General Education Requirements
University Studies Requirements
Undergraduate Degree Requirements

Admission Requirements For This Program

New freshmen must be admitted to USU in Good Standing.
Transfer students from other institutions or other programs at USU must have an overall 2.0 GPA.
STEP Admission Requirements: https://cehs.usu.edu/teal/undergraduate/STEP-admissions

Major Requirements (73-83 total credits)

Program Graduation Requirements: 2.0 overall GPA
Coursework may not be taken for a pass/fail grade, except KIN 4300 and KIN 5630 .
The Physical Education Teaching minor cannot be paired with this teaching major.
If a student pursues STEP, please refer to the STEP section further down for additional grade and GPA requirements.

Physical Education Teaching Emphasis Requirements (28 credits)

I. Prerequisites (19 credits required)

Complete all the following courses. Math or statistics only choose one course and check University catalog or academic advisor for prerequisites to enroll. BIOL 2320 and BIOL 2420 must be completed before enrolling in KIN 3250 and KIN 4100 in the major.

BIOL 2320 - Human Anatomy 4 credit(s) and
BIOL 2420 - Human Physiology 4 credit(s)
HEP 2000 - First Aid and Emergency Care 2 credit(s) or First Aid and CPR Certification (provide a copy of current certification)
KIN 3000 - Principles of Fitness 3 credit(s) or
PE 3000 - Dynamic Fitness 3 credit(s)
NDFS 1020 - Science and Application of Human Nutrition (BLS) 3 credit(s)
STAT 1040 - Introduction to Statistics (QL) 3 credit(s) or
STAT 1045 - Introduction to Statistics with Elements of Algebra (QL) 5 credit(s) or
STAT 1080 - Foundations of Data Science (QL) 3 credit(s) Math ACT Test Score greater than or equal to 26 or higher. SAT Math Score Equivalent . or
MATH 1050 - College Algebra (QL) 4 credit(s)

II. Skill Development (5 credits required)

Complete all the following courses:

KIN 2100 - Skills 1 (Swimming, Volleyball, Football) 1 credit(s)
KIN 2200 - Skills 2 (Lifetime Activities) 1 credit(s)
KIN 2300 - Skills 3 (Softball, Basketball, Soccer) 1 credit(s)
KIN 2400 - Skills 4 (Tennis, Badminton, Track and Field) 1 credit(s)
KIN 2500 - Skills 5 (Dance Activities) 1 credit(s)
or
If KIN 2500 is not offered, student may take any PE dance activity course with approval of academic advisor.

III. Professional Development (14 credits required)

Complete all the following courses:

KIN 2000 - Introduction to Kinesiology 2 credit(s)
KIN 3050 - Physical Education in the Elementary School 3 credit(s)
KIN 3100 - Athletic Injuries 3 credit(s)
KIN 3200 - Motor Learning and Technology in Skill Analysis (CI) 3 credit(s)
KIN 3500 - Adapted Physical Education 3 credit(s)

IV. Professional Foundations (12 credits required)

Complete all the following courses. BIOL 2320 and BIOL 2420 must be completed before KIN 3250 and KIN 4100 .

KIN 3250 - Anatomical Kinesiology 3 credit(s)
KIN 4100 - Exercise Physiology 4 credit(s)
KIN 4350 - Administration and Classroom Management of Physical Education 2 credit(s)
KIN 4400 - Measurement and Evaluation in Kinesiology (QI) 3 credit(s)

V. Optional Major Electives (3-6 creditsl)

Either course is not required for the major, but recommended to take.

KIN 4000 - Mental Aspects of Sports Performance 3 credit(s)
KIN 4500 - Motivational Strategies for Physical Education and Coaching 3 credit(s)

Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP) Admission Requirements

2.0 or higher cumulative GPA
Three credits of English Composition with a C+ grade or higher
Three Breadth courses completed (minimum grades of C)
Cleared background check through the Utah State Board of Education (BCI/FBI)
Completion of a minor is no longer required for PE Teaching, but a minor or a teaching endorsement is strongly encouraged
Completion of Application for Admission to Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP)
All teacher education and major courses (KIN) require a grade of C or higher.
PPAT Exam, a portfolio, and an interview are required before licensure. PRAXIS exam may be required for minor, depending on the minor.
Application is required for student teaching

Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP) Course Requirements (28 credits)

NOTE: Students are permitted to enroll in ITLS 2500 and SCED 3210 prior to being admitted to the STEP Program. All other teacher education courses can only be taken after being admitted, and KIN 4300 and KIN 4900 should be planned to complete during a fall semester. Must maintain a grade of C or better in major content (KIN) and STEP coursework and maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA and 3.0 GPA in the major courses.

STEP Requirements

ITLS 2500 - Technology Enabled Instruction 3 credit(s)
SCED 3210 - Educational and Multicultural Foundations (CI/DSS) 3 credit(s)
SCED 5200 - Language, Literacy and Learning in the Content Areas (CI) 3 credit(s)
SPED 4000 - Education of Students with Disabilities 3 credit(s)
KIN 4300 - Clinical Experience II 1 credit(s)
KIN 4900 - Methods of Physical Education (CI) 3 credit(s)
KIN 5500 - Student Teaching Seminar 2 credit(s)
KIN 5630 - Student Teaching in Secondary Schools 10 credit(s)

Open Electives (0-15 estimated credits)

Total elective credit is determined by General Education courses taken, degree type selected, additional credits earned, and any additional math or other prerequisite courses needed. Please consult your Academic Advisor for details.

Total Credits: 120

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