A Physical Education Major major at Hillsdale College prepares students for a career in teaching. The Physical Education program may also be a precursor to graduate study or teaching certification.
Physical Education coursework includes both general study of physical education and specific preparation for teaching. In addition to the physical education core, students in this major take classes in teaching methodology, first aid, administration, and sports psychology.
Requirements
Note: This represents a general overview of the major and minor. For more information, please consult the current college catalog, or contact the department.
Physical Education Major
Required courses include:
- SSD 180 Physical Wellness Dynamics
- SSD 190 Safety and First Aid
- SSD 260 Athletic Training
- SSD 292 Methods of Outdoor Recreation
- SSD 300 Personal and Community Health
- SSD 310-315 One Coaching Theory Class
- SSD 320 Methods of Teaching P.E.
- SSD 325 Teaching School Health
- SSD 330 Motor Learning/Kinesiology
- SSD 335 History and Philosophy of P.E. and Sport
- SSD 340 Adapted Physical Education
- SSD 350 Measurement in Physical Education
- SSD 370 Sport Psychology
- SSD 410 Organization and Administration
- SSD 454 Sport Law and Ethics
- BIO 308 Anatomy and Physiology
Recommended Additional Courses:
- SSD 200 Water Safety Instructor
- SSD 305 Nutrition
- SSD 470 Advanced Sport Psychology
- SSD 430 Biomechanics/Advanced Kinesiology
- SSD 490 Exercise Physiology
All Physical Education majors must pass written and oral comprehensive exams during their senior year.
Physical Education Minor
SSD 180 Physical Wellness Dynamics
SSD 260 Athletic Training
SSD 300 Personal and Community Health
BIO 308 Anatomy and Physiology
SSD 335 History and Philosophy of Physical Education and Sport
SSD 490 Exercise Physiology