The Bachelor of Arts in Education (B.A.) program with a concentration in physical
education is a specialized program that leads to a PreK-Adult teaching certification.
The physical education program is designed to prepare teacher candidates with the
interdisciplinary knowledge to teach, motivate, and facilitate skillful movement,
physical activity, and fitness in school, wellness, and sport-based environments.
The curriculum directly aligns with the West Virginia Standards for teachers and the
Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) National Standards for beginning
teachers. Our program’s small class sizes allow teacher candidates to gain hands-on,
real world learning experiences, and develop strong relationships with peers and faculty.
Real-World Experience
Physical education majors apply the knowledge learned in the classroom through participation in practical experiences in public schools. Physical education undergraduates begin working with students in local schools during their first year, and continue to do so throughout their four-years, culminating in a semester-long student-teaching experience.
