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Physical Education - Coaching Major

Prepares students through the acquisition of knowledge, the development of physical skills and a positive attitude toward activity and fitness that will enable them to perform effectively as physical educators and coaches.

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Total Credits Required for Degree 124
Liberal Studies 30-40
Health Promotion Requirements 2
Required Courses in Major 35
PE 110 Introduction to Physical Education 2
PE 112 Fundamental Motor Skills 2
PE 113 Aquatics/Gymnastics 2
PE 211 Dance Survey 2
PE 212 Anatomical and Mechanical Assessment of Human Movement 3
PE 213 Physiology of Sport and Fitness 3
PE 214 Team Sports 2
PE 217 Motor Development and Elementary School Physical Education 3
PE 310 Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education 2
PE 314 Individual and Dual Sports 2
PE 318 Motor Learning and Secondary School Physical Education 4
PE 322 Theory of Basketball or2
         PE 323 Theory of Football (2 cr.) or
         PE 325 Theory of Swimming (2 cr.) or
         PE 326 Theory of Volleyball (2 cr.)
PE 340 Principles of Coaching 2
PE 346 Adapted Physical Education 2
ES 470 Psychological Aspects of Athletic Performance 2
Minor 20

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