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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.