Physical Education

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
• Minor

The Department of Movement Science serves the diverse pre-professional needs of students who are accepted as majors or minors in physical education. The program is designed for the preparation of teachers, sport leaders, and coaches.

Program Offerings at Grand Valley

Physical education majors receive a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree with the emphasis of their choice, including:

• K-12 professional instruction emphasis
• Sport leadership emphasis with Coaching Certificate
• Sport leadership emphasis with sport management concentration

Coursework

The goal of the core curriculum is to provide students with a broad theoretical and conceptual foundation. The curriculum is designed to encourage the examination of the philosophical, historical, psycho-social, scientific, ethical, and legal constructs of the profession.

Career Options

Career opportunities include positions as:

• Athletic officials
• Camp directors
• Coaches
• Consultants
• Recreational leaders
• Sport administrators
• Youth sport activity leaders
• Physical & school health educators

Why Study Physical Education at Grand Valley?

• In addition to a strong foundation in liberal arts, the major program provides students with a broad theoretical and conceptual foundation for professional preparation.
• The combination of the core curriculum plus one or more areas of emphasis is intended to accommodate the diverse professional preparation needs of undergraduate students.
• Opportunities for students to complete fieldwork, student teaching, and/or internship experiences appropriate for their major and to better prepare them for the professional workplace.
• Personal attention by faculty in your courses and field experiences in our student oriented, teaching focused program.

For More Information

Department of Movement Science
www.gvsu.edu/move-sci
(616) 331-3515
Admissions Office
www.gvsu.edu/admissions

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