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Physical Education

Overview

Official Name of Program

Physical Education

Plan Code

PHYSED-BS

Department(s) Sponsoring Program

Career

Undergraduate

Degree Designation

BS - Bachelor of Science

HEGIS Code

0835.00

NYSED Program Code

26413 - PHYSED-BS

CIP Code

13.1314

The academic program in physical education prepares individuals for a bachelor of science degree and for service as teachers in physical education. It leads to New York State Initial Certification for teaching physical education in pre-kindergarten through grade 12 with a concentration in human movement, sport, and exercise science. The program prepares individuals to assume the following professional roles: movement specialists in the primary grades; instructors of sports in the middle and upper grades; and health-related fitness specialists.

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