SUNY Niagara A.S. Physical Education Studies → Canisius University (CU) B.S. Physical Education
| SUNY Niagara Coursework | Credits | Canisius Equivalency | Credits | Remaining Canisius Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major Coursework | |||||
| Foundations of Physical Education | 3 | EDU 100 Exploring the Teaching Profession | 3 | EDU 250 Foundations of Education (Justice) | 3 |
| Personal Trainer | 3 | KIN 205 Wellness & Fitness | 3 | EDU 494 Capstone for Teachers | 3 |
| Kinesiology / Exercise & Sport | 3 | KIN 235 Kinesiology | 3 | DASA Workshop | 0 |
| PE Activity Electives | 3 | PED 203 Lifetime & Fitness | 3 | EDU 498 Student Teaching Seminar | 3 |
| Sports Skills Electives | 3 | PED 204 Games & Sports | 3 | SPE 341 Inclusive Strategies (Diversity) | 3 |
| Dance / Adventure Activities | 3 | PED 207 Performance & Dance | 3 | PED 305 Outdoor Curriculum | 3 |
| Healthful Living | 3 | KIN 220 Healthy Behaviors | 3 | Early Field Experience (Elementary & Secondary) | 0 |
| Human Biology | 4 | Field 6 Natural Science | 4 | PED 311 Movement Education | 3 |
| Anatomy & Physiology I | 5 | BIO 115/L + Elective | 5 | PED 351 Coaching Theory | 3 |
| Motor Behavior | 4 | PED 360 Motor Development | 4 | PED 354 Adapted Physical Education | 3 |
| PE Elective | 1 | Free Elective | 1 | PED 371 Assessment in PE | 3 |
| Major Total | 35 | 35 | 51 | ||
| PED 380 Teaching Sport Skills | 3 | ||||
| PED 441 Teaching Methods + Practicum | 3 | ||||
| PED 493 Student Teaching | 12 | ||||
| KIN 336/337 Exercise Physiology | 3 | ||||
| KIN 361 Psychology of Sport | 3 | ||||
| Core (General Education) | |||||
| Computer Elective | 3 | EDU 122 Educational Technology | 3 | RST 101 Religious Studies | 3 |
| Writing | 3 | ENG 111 Academic Writing | 3 | Field 1 Religious Studies | 3 |
| Math | 3 | Field 7 Mathematics | 3 | Field 2 Philosophy/Ethics | 3 |
| Writing & Literature | 3 | ENG 112 Writing About Literature | 3 | Advanced Writing Attribute | 3 |
| Communication | 3 | Oral Communication | 3 | GRIF 201 | 1 |
| Psychology | 3 | PSY 101 Intro to Psychology | 3 | ||
| Philosophy | 3 | PHI 101 Philosophy | 3 | ||
| History | 3 | Field 4 History | 3 | ||
| Global Awareness | 3 | Global Attribute | 3 | ||
| Core Total | 27 | 27 | 13 | ||
| Total | 62 | 62* | 64 | ||
Notes
- *A maximum of 66 credits can be transferred from a two-year college.
- A minimum of 18 credits in the major must be completed at Canisius.
- 120 total credits are required for graduation.
- Includes coursework required for New York State teacher certification in Physical Education.\
Transfer pathways are intended as general guides and are subject to change. Course availability, program requirements, and articulation agreements may be updated. Students are encouraged to consult with an advisor to confirm the most current requirements.