Physical Education Licensure (non-degree)

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(73 credits; credits may vary based on transfer courses)

Program Description and Learning Outcomes

Students who wish to earn the M.Ed. with their licensure program should review the program requirements here: Physical Education Licensure, M.Ed.

*Please note all clinical experiences must be completed in New Hampshire.

Teacher Education Core

Students seeking the M.Ed. degree with teacher licensure may use ED 6400 in both the M.Ed. Core and Teacher Education Core.

ED 5030 - Meeting the Needs of all Learners Credits: 3
ED 5131 - Integrating Brain Science into Teaching and Learning Credits: 4
4 credits in ED 5920 - Fieldwork Practicum Credits: 1
ED 6116 - Competencies, Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Credits: 4
ED 6400 - School Reform, School Leadership, and Curriculum Changes Credits: 4
ED 7100 - Methods of Teaching and Learning Credits: 4
12 credits in ED 7195 - Culminating Clinical Experience Credits: 6

Physical Education Licensure Content Area

ED 6230 must be taken with ED 5920 for a minimum of one credit. In addition, the student must select three other courses from the content area to complete in conjunction with ED 5920.

ED 6230 - Pedagogy and Assessment in Physical Education Credits: 3
BI 2030 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I Credits: 4
KI 1110 - Introduction to Kinesiology Credits: 4
KI 2010 - First Aid/CPR/AED Credits: 1
KI 2112 - Movement Instruction: Creative Movement Credits: 2
KI 2114 - Movement Instruction: Team Sports Credits: 2
KI 2116 - Movement Instruction: Fitness Activities Credits: 2
KI 2118 - Movement Instruction: Individual and Lifetime Activities Credits: 2
KI 2130 (PS 2230/SM 2130) - Psychology of Sport and Movement Credits: 4
KI 2140 - Motor Behavior Credits: 2
KI 3180 - Biomechanics Credits: 4
KI 3190 - Adapted Physical Activity Credits: 4
KI 4410 - Exercise Physiology Credits: 4

General Education Core

Courses may be completed through prior coursework and will be determined through a transcript review. Missing requirements must be taken in order for the student to be recommended for licensure.

Lifespan Development
Mathematics
Lab Science
Composition
Civic Engagement
Creative Expression/Art
Humanities
Digital Media/Technology