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Health Education and Physical Education

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About This Program

Looking to teach Physical Education or Health Education in New York State? Have a passion for coaching and want to put your skills to use in interschool athletics? Then Utica University's Health Education & Physical Education program is for you.

Why Utica University

Students are taught using a range of methods by which physical and health literacy can be achieved.  In particular, the program utilizes adventure education (structured learning exercises characterized by perceived or real risk or challenge) and experiential education principles as the foundation for its curriculum.

Contact Information

Office of Admissions

(315) 792-3006
admiss@utica.edu

General Information

Track

  • Major

Degree

  • B.S.

Location

  • Utica Campus
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Career Opportunities

The Health & Physical Education program prepares students for opportunities in fast-growing career areas such as:
    • Elementary School Teacher
    • Jr High School / High School / Secondary School Teacher
    • Higher Education
    • Sports Coach
    • Athletic Director
    • State Regulatory Offices
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A Strong Foundation

A comprehensive curriculum with advanced experiential learning opportunities in health and physical education.
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Hands-On Learning

Health & Physical Education takes learnign beyond the classroom, with field experiences and hands-on learning opportunities.

What You'll Learn

Students in the Health & Physical Education program will:

  • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, inclusive, lessons and student learning activities which promote physical, intellectual, emotional, and social well-being.
  • Create, apply, and analyze assessment of student learning; using results and self-reflection to shape instructional practices.

This program requires moderate physical activity including running, jumping, climbing, and tumbling. Students must complete a minimum of 100 hours of fieldwork. Student teaching in physical education and health education is also required. 

Full Health Education and Physical Education Curriculum and Learning Objectives
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Health & Physical Education Faculty

Timothy Abraham
Timothy Abraham, M.S.
  • Assistant Professor of Physical Education, Exercise & Wellness Studies
Margaret Hemstrought
Margaret C. Hemstrought, M.S.Ed.
  • Assistant Professor of Physical Education, Exercise & Wellness Studies

Health & Physical Education Adjunct Faculty

Richard S. Coffey, M.Ed.
  • Head Coach M-Basketball
Nathan J. Fredsell, B.S.
  • Adjunct Lecturer of Physical Education, Exercise & Wellness Studies
Gwendolyn A. Murphy, M.S.
  • Assistant Athletic Trainer
Jae Sung Park
Jae Sung Park, Ph.D., CTRS
  • Assistant Professor of Therapeutic Recreation
Kyle J. Sikes, B.S.
  • Adjunct Lecturer of Physical Education, Exercise & Wellness Studies
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Dive Deeper

The Interprofessional Education (IPE) program at Utica University helps you develop a deeper understanding of a broad range of roles in the health professions so that you can effectively team up with practitioners in other disciplines to deliver outstanding patient care.

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