Bachelor of Science Education in Health and Physical Education
Purpose
The program prepares highly competent teachers dedicated to the field of health and physical education and qualified to teach students in grades PK-12.
Specialty Accreditation
NSU’s educator preparation programs at the baccalaureate and master’s levels are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), www.caepnet.org, and the Oklahoma Office of Educational Quality and Accountability, www.ok.gov/oeqa
Credential Requirements
In addition to completing all program requirements, teacher candidates must pass certification tests to earn Oklahoma certification. NSU’s Education Certification office can assist with information regarding university recommendation for certification.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Know and apply discipline-specific scientific and theoretical concepts critical to the development of physically educated individuals.
- Are physically educated individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to demonstrate competent movement performance and health enhancing fitness as delineated in the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) K-12 standards.
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with local, state, and national standards to address the diverse needs of all students.
- Use effective communication and pedagigical skills and strategies to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Utilize assessment and reflection to foster student learning and inform instructional decisions.
- Demonstrate dispositions essential to becoming effective professionals.
Degree Available At
- Tahlequah
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Career Services
What can I do with a major in Health and Physical Education?
PROGRAM CHAIR
Dr. Dee Gerlach
gerlach@nsuok.edu
(918) 444-3929
Teacher Licensure Programs
Northeastern State University offers initial teacher licensure programs at the traditional undergraduate level for graduates wishing to teach in Oklahoma. We also offer advanced licensure programs and programs for other school professionals at the graduate level. We do not guarantee to meet the licensure requirements of other states. You will be responsible for verifying that your program of study meets your desired state's licensure requirements.
Professional Licensure Disclosure
Programs at Northeastern State University that prepare students for initial licensure as educators are designed to meet the licensure standards set by the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Students seeking licensure in another state are advised to contact the appropriate licensing board in that state to determine specific requirements of guidelines for reciprocity. Northeastern State University cannot confirm whether a particular licensure program meets requirements for licensure outside of the State of Oklahoma. For a list of the state departments of education that oversee professional teaching licensure, see the U.S. Department of Education website - State Contacts page. Click here for NSU's state-specific matrix.
For questions related to licensure, please contact the NSU Teacher Certification office at 918-444-3701.
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Minority Students
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Increase in Adult Learners
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Total Aid Disbursed in 2020-2021
