Sport Education, Bachelor of Science
| REQUIRED MAJOR HOURS |
39 |
| REQUIRED MINOR HOURS |
NONE |
| TOTAL PROGRAM HOURS |
39 |
| PRESCRIBED COURSES ATTAINABLE IN GEN ED: BIOL 101 AND HLED 221 |
The focus of the Sport Education program is on developing the knowledge and skills needed to become successful sport instructors and coaches.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will know the physiological and psychological processes required for efficient sport performances;
- Students will master the correct fundamental skills requisite for a variety of sport performances;
- Students will be able to assess and evaluate the performance of others, both cognitive and physical;
- Students will be able to effectively facilitate learning in sport settings;
- Students will be able to establish a positive environment for a diverse population of students; and
- Students will be able to maintain a safe environment, and will possess the skills to provide appropriate first aid.
Program Requirements
Required Major Hours
| PHED 211 | Introduction to Health, Sport, and Physical Education | 3 |
| PHED 235 | Motor Learning | 3 |
| PHED 336 | Theory and Techniques of Coaching | 3 |
| PHED 341 | Theory and Techniques of Team Sports | 3 |
| PHED 342 | Theory and Techniques of Individual and Dual Sports | 3 |
| PHED 401 | Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity | 3 |
| PHED 402 | Physical Education for Diverse Populations | 3 |
| PHED 407 | Scientific Principles for Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy | 3 |
| PHED 408 | Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Athletics | 3 |
| PHED 409 | Tests and Measurements | 3 |
| HLED 323 | First Aid/CPR with Instructor Certification | 3 |
| EXSI 335 | Kinesiology | 3 |
| SPED 450 | Practical Experience in Sport Instruction | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 39 |
Total Credit Hours: 39
Additional Requirements for Transfer Majors
All department majors, including those transferring under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement, must complete HLED 221 Dimensions of Personal Health as part of the General Education curriculum.
Each student is required to complete BIOL 101 Human Biology in the General Education curriculum as this is a prerequisite for PHED 407 Scientific Principles for Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy.
SPED 450 Practical Experience in Sport Instruction cannot be taken until the final semester of program coursework.