The Physical Education Teacher Education program prepares you to be a physical education teacher in K-12 schools. The courses will provide you with knowledge about exercise, physical activity, and instruction. You’ll also get clinical experience working with children. If you are passionate about helping children achieve an active lifestyle that will continue into adulthood, this program is for you.
The physical education pedagogy group conducts research in local schools, as well as around the world. At the master’s level, you will learn how to collect and analyze data about teaching and learning. Then, put these skills into practice in your own instructional settings. You can also continue to study at the doctoral level.
If you have a degree in teacher certification or have a Class B certification, the Traditional Masters will lead to an Alabama Class A certification. If you don’t have an undergraduate degree in teacher certification, you can get an Alternative-Masters that will lead to an Alabama Class A certification.
The physical education pedagogy group engages in many outreach projects. They work with minority populations and children with special needs, such as those with autism or visual impairments. The faculty even conduct Sport Education with children in other countries. There are many opportunities to get involved.
For more information about the undergraduate program, contact an Academic Advisor.
For additional information, contact the Program Coordinators.
Robin Martin, Director of Academic Advising
Email Robin Martin
Tina Gottesman, Academic Advisor II
(334) 844-1454
Email Tina Gottesman
Jennifer Jackson, Academic Advisor II
(334) 844-1861
Email Jennifer Jackson
Peter Hastie, Ph.D., Undergraduate Program Coordinator
(334) 844-1469
Email Peter Hastie
Sheri Brock, Ph.D., Graduate Program Coordinator
(334) 844-1464
Email Sheri Brock