Physical Education (P-12)
Bachelor of Science
At a Glance
Students in our Physical Education program learn the importance of an active and healthy lifestyle up close and personal, and best of all they learn how to pass that knowledge on to others looking to get and maintain good health. By training in our state-of-the-art exercise science lab, multi-media classrooms, gymnasium, indoor pool and field internships, students are prepared for work with professional and collegiate sports agencies, sports arenas and convention centers, city recreational facilities and public school programs.
Why should I choose UWG's Physical Education (P-12) program?
- The teacher preparation programs are NCATE accredited.
- Sport Management meets NASSM guidelines.
- Outstanding faculty.
Are there any special opportunities available?
- Early involvement with field experience in all program options
What can I do after graduation, graduate school and job-wise?
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Physical education majors, who become teacher certified, have opportunities for employment in the public schools.
What kind of student organizations, clubs or honorary societies can I join?
- Student Physical Education Association
What kind of facilities and equipment will be made available to me?
- In 2007, the university will break ground for a new, state-of-the-art health and personal wellness center that will provide instructional space and labs for PE and recreation classes.
- The Physical Education Center includes four multimedia classrooms, a conference room, an exercise science laboratory, gymnasium, indoor pool and office spaces. Faculty are supported with office computers and students have access to computer laboratories located in the Education Center and in Ingram Library.
Does the faculty specialize in certain areas?
- Health education
- Exercise physiology
- Technology and PE teacher education
- PE teacher education
