A physical education teaching degree focuses on the scientific foundations of physical education and prepares you to apply your skills and knowledge as a K–12 physical education teacher.
As part of the Department of Health, Physical Education & Recreation, our mission is to inspire future professionals by providing a high-quality education through an innovative, engaged learning experience.
As a physical education student, your coursework will cover:
Graduates with a bachelor’s degree go on to supervise and manage recreational programs, organize and direct intramural programs and teach in unique education environments such as alternative schools, charter schools and Job Corps. After completing a teaching track, graduates are qualified for the aforementioned careers and teaching physical education and/or coaching in public schools.
If you have a secondary physical education certificate, you can earn your dual certification to work in elementary schools.
Gain the skills needed to work as a physical education teacher in a K–12 school setting.
A minor in physical education introduces you to a variety of activities to stay healthy and active and gives you physical education expertise for your career. You may choose our teaching track to apply your skills in a K–12 school setting.
If you already hold a secondary physical education certificate, this program offers dual certification for elementary schools.
Contact the Physical Education Program Director, Mandy Kirkham, for more information at mandykirkhamking@weber.edu.
Aerobics, martial arts, strength training, pickleball, ice skating and more. Along with its courses for physical education professionals, the physical education program offers a wide range of activity courses for all majors.
