Physical Education Masters Degree (M.Ed.), PreK-8, 5-12, Professional

Overview

The Master of Education degree program in the Department of Sports Medicine and Human Performance is designed to complement the undergraduate teacher certification program. It will enable the qualified student to satisfy all state competencies for Professional Licensure as a teacher of elementary or secondary physical education.

The Master of Education degree is designed to serve individuals who possess Initial certification and who are required to earn the Professional teacher certification. Additionally, individuals with Professional Licensure required to earn Professional Development Points toward re-certification or wish to pursue a M.Ed. with emphasis on Physical Education may also be served by this program.

Topics Covered

  • Current Issues in Physical Education 

  • Organization and Administration 

  • Advanced Motor Learning 

  • Biomechanics 

  • Curriculum Development 

  • Liability and Risk Management 

  • Technological Applications 

Program Highlights

  • Movement Science courses are all online 

Schedule of Coursework

Two courses are offered in the fall semester, spring semester and during summer session I (May-June). 

For admission requirements please visit our website here.

 

  • 34

    credits

  • Movement Science (30 credits)

  • Education courses (4 credits)

Requirements

Contact Us

Program Director
Dr. Robert J. Rausch
rrausch@westfield.ma.edu  

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