Physical Education (non-teaching)

  • Major
  • Minor

PHYSICAL EDUCATION (NON-TEACHING)

Turn an interest in sports, health, and wellness into a career. Acquire a strong knowledge in the physical, psychological, neurological, and cognitive domains. Turn your passion into your career.

  • Technology labs utilizing Dartfish and TriFIT software.
  • Small class sizes and one-on-one time with knowledgeable faculty.
  • Opportunities for International Study, hands-on field experience, and co-curricular activities.
  • Physical education courses taught in the state-of-the-art Foss Wellness Center and expanded Larson Sports Center.
  • Cross-disciplinary approach providing knowledge and skills in your discipline, as well as a broad general education.
GAIN REAL-LIFE EXPERIENCE – ALL BEFORE YOU GRADUATE.
Internships

Obtain work experience and gain the ability to make informed career choices through internships of a semester in length—or more!

Work with the latest technology
  • iPads and the latest iOS apps in the field
  • Anaerobic Power Analysis: Test anaerobic power
  • Dartfish Motion Analysis Software: Analyze technical performances
  • Accelerometers: Track every movement with a 3D movement analysis device
  • Metabolic Cart & ECG: Monitor breath-by-breath gas analysis and oxygen consumption
  • iHT Heart Rate Monitors: Assist in managing exercise sessions for a variety of population groups
  • Web 2.0 Sites: Plan and design a fitness center, create a web page, analyze your diet, or create a podcast movie

Coursework

Course Title Credits

KNS 182

Intro to Kinesiology

2

KNS 183

Personal Health and Wellness

3

KNS 217

Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology I

3

KNS 218

Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology II

3

KNS 240

or

KNS 242

Nutrition and Wellness

 

Sports Nutrition

2

 

2

KNS 260

Technology Integration in PE, Health, & Fitness

3

KNS 309

Basic Biomechanics

3

KNS 325

Fundamentals of Strength & Conditioning

3

KNS 346

Adapted Physical Education

2

KNS 385

Sport First Aid and Injury Care

3

KNS 402

Exercise Physiology

3

KNS 404

Exercise Physiology Lab

1

KNS 416

Senior Seminar in Physical Education/Health & Fitness Administration Internship

4

KNS 420

Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Athletics

3

KNS 451

Senior Seminar in Physical Education/Health & Fitness Administration

2

KNS

Physical Education Electives (see advisor)

11

KNS

Dance

1

KNS

Beginning Swimming

1

KNS

Weight Training and Fitness

1

KNS

Elective activity classes

2

Total Semester Credits Required: 51

Tuition and Financial Aid

We believe every student, regardless of their financial situation, should have access to a UJ education. 100% of our full-time undergraduate students have some type of financial aid, with scholarship packages starting at $8,000 minimum. Your counselor for admissions personally walks you through financial aid, including the process of filing a FAFSA, maximizing your eligibility for aid, and answering any questions you may have along the way.