This master of science in physical education degree meets the New York State requirements for permanent or professional certification for current teachers. Students will take 3 core courses, 2 electives, and 6 courses from their specialty field. This program provides students with opportunities for concentrations in the areas of teaching specialist, athletic administration, sport psychology/coaching/sport studies, adapted physical education, and health education.
| EDU515 Tests & Measurement | 3 |
| EDU615 Research Techniques in Education or | 3 |
| PEG680 Research Methods in Physical/Health Education | |
| PEG584 Comprehensive Exam or | 3 |
| PEG690 Masters Project or | |
| PEG699 Masters Thesis | |
| 9 Credits |
| Any two Education or Physical Education Graduate Electives | 3 |
| 3 | |
| 6 Credits |
Candidates must choose one of five fields and must complete six courses from their chosen field.
Field I: Teaching Specialist/Pedagogy (6 Courses)
Dr. Tim Sawicki & Dr. Jong-Hoon Yu
| PEG510 Health & Cultural Awareness | 3 |
| PEG520 Leadership Sport Education & Athletics | 3 |
| PEG530 Physical Education for the Exceptional Individual | 3 |
| PEG550 Analysis of Curriculum & Teaching | 3 |
| PEG560 Motor Development | 3 |
| PEG570 Teaching Behaviors | 3 |
| PEG581 Legal Aspects of Sport & Physical Education | 3 |
| PEG587 Contemporary Issues in Health, PE & Sport | 3 |
| PEG599 Independent Study | 3 |
| PEG600 Introduction to Adventure Activities | 3 |
| PEG605 Cooperative & Outdoor Education | 3 |
| PEG632 Recreational Activities for the Disabled | 3 |
| PEG651 Coaching Theory & Techniques | 3 |
| EDU500 Computers in Education | 3 |
| EDU502 Foundations of Elementary Learning or | 3 |
| EDU503 Reading in the Secondary School | 3 |
| EDU505 Foundations of Education | 3 |
| PEG543 Childhood Teaching Methods or | 3 |
| EDU517 Teaching Strategies: Adolescence | 3 |
| EDU560 Cognition, Learning &Assessment | 3 |
| PEG541 Physical Education Teaching Methods: Adolescence (519A) | 3 |
| PEG543 Physical Education Teaching Methods: Childhood (519B) | 3 |
| PEG519AB Field Experience | 3 |
| 18 Credits |
Field II: Athletic Administration (6 Courses)
Dr. Paul Bieron
| PEG520 Leadership Sport Education & Athletics | 3 |
| PEG522 Legal Issues in Sport | 3 |
| PEG544 Sport in Society | 3 |
| PEG581 Legal Aspects of Sport & Physical Education | 3 |
| PEG587 Contemporary Issues in Health, PE & Sport | 3 |
| PEG598 Internship in Athletic Administration | 3 |
| PEG599 Independent Study | 3 |
| PEG605 Cooperative & Outdoor Education | 3 |
| PEG651 Coaching Theory & Techniques | 3 |
| PEG691 Directed Field Experience | 3 |
| MSA550 Sport Marketing, Sport Relations | 3 |
| MSA560 Philosophy & Ethics of Sport | 3 |
| MSA611 Sport Law | 3 |
| MSA631 Intercollegiate Athletics | 3 |
| MSA650 Sport Event Management | 3 |
| MSA660 Financial Aspects in Sport | 3 |
| 18 Credits |
Field III: Sport Psychology/Coaching/Sport Studies (6 Courses)
Dr. Greg Reeds
| PEG501 History of Sport in America | 3 |
| PEG520 Leadership Sport Education & Athletics | 3 |
| PEG540 Sport Psychology: Performance Enhancement | 3 |
| PEG542 Sport Psychology: Behavioral Concepts | 3 |
| PEG544 Sport in Society | 3 |
| PEG581 Legal Aspects of Sport & Physical Education | 3 |
| PEG587 Contemporary Issues in Health, PE & Sport | 3 |
| PEG591 Creative Thinking as a Life Skill | 3 |
| PEG592 Creative Thinking as a Coaching Skill | 3 |
| PEG599 Independent Study | 3 |
| PEG600 Introduction to Outdoor Activities | 3 |
| PEG605 Cooperative & Outdoor Education | 3 |
| PEG641 Principles of Athletic Training | 3 |
| PEG651 Coaching Theory & Techniques | 3 |
| PEG691 Directed Field Experience | 3 |
| EDU560 Cognition, Learning & Assessment | 3 |
| EDU708W Substance Use, Abuse & Dependency | 3 |
| 18 Credits |
Field IV: Adapted Physical Education (6 courses)
Dr. James Sylvis
| PEG520 Leadership Sport Education & Athletics | 3 |
| PEG530 Physical Education for the Exceptional Individual | 3 |
| PEG560 Motor Development | 3 |
| PEG581 Legal Aspects of Sport & Physical Education | 3 |
| PEG587 Contemporary Issues in Health, PE & Sport | 3 |
| PEG599 Independent Study | 3 |
| PEG600 Introduction to Outdoor Activities | 3 |
| PEG605 Cooperative & Outdoor Education | 3 |
| PEG632 Recreational Activities for the Handicapped | 3 |
| PEG633 Field Experience in Adapted Physical Education | 3 |
| EDA540 Psychology of Exceptionality | 3 |
| SPE500 Students with Special Needs | 3 |
| SPE530 Classroom Management | 3 |
| SPE541 Early Intervention for Young Children Special Needs | 3 |
| 18 Credits |
Field V: Health Education (6 Courses)
Dual Certification, Health/Physical Education (apply directly to NYS)
Dr. Gregg Kirchofer
| PEG510 Health & Cultural Awareness | 3 |
| PEG512 Principles & Foundations of Holistic Health | 3 |
| PEG514 Dimensions in Women's Health | 3 |
| PEG516 International Health Perspectives | 3 |
| PEG518 Controversial Issues in Health & Society | 3 |
| PEG560 Motor Development | 3 |
| PEG587 Contemporary Issues in Health, PE & Sport | 3 |
| PEG599 Independent Study | 3 |
| PEG612 Holistic Nutrition | 3 |
| PEG691 Directed Field Experience | 3 |
| EDC585 Chemical Dependency& Rehabilitation | 3 |
| EDC586 Physiological & Psychological Aspects of Chemical Dependency | 3 |
| EDU708W Substance Use, Abuse & Dependency | 3 |
| 18 Credits |
This is a 33 Graduate Credit Master Degree program. This degree meets the NYS requirements for Permanent Certification for in-service teachers.
For Professional Certification, candidates must complete the master's degree within five years and teach for three years. Video is not required.