BS Physical / Health Degree
Combines motor development, movement science, and classroom health instruction with a full K–12 licensure spanning elementary, middle, and high school environments.
As a future elementary, middle school, or high school health and/or physical education teacher, you’ll come away from this program with over 24 credit hours in customized content as well as unique teaching-centric courses that help you blend your knowledge about the human body with how to teach students effectively. At Thomas, you’ll learn from the best, including professional organizations dedicated to serving physical education and health education teaching professionals.
This degree certifies pre-service teachers in Health and Physical Education for grades K-12.
Admissions Office
Office: AD-101 Suite
Phone: 207-859-1101
Email: [email protected]
Prepare for a Career In:
- Elementary, Middle School, or High School physical education or health education teacher
- Peace Corps
- Adaptive Physical Educator (requires additional certification)
- Nonprofit
- Alternative Education
- Homeschooling
- Athletic Director (requires additional certification)
At a Glance:
- 121 credit hours
- Career-focused curriculum
- Internships
- Leadership development
Key Courses:
- Sports Psychology
- Fundamentals of Strength and Conditioning
- Physiology and Biomechanics of Movement
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Introduction to Nutrition
- Developmental Psychology
- Public Health and Disease Prevention
Professors:
Richard Biffle, Ph.D.
Professor of Education
Professor of Education
Heather Batchelor, Ed.D.
Professor of Education
Professor of Education
Greg King, Ed.D.
Professor of Sport Management
Professor of Sport Management
