
Jim Ave, Ph.D., ATC
School of Natural Sciences
Explore Kinesiology: Physical Education Emphasis, M.A.
As an educator, you can improve your physical education skills with FPU’s online master of arts in kinesiology with an emphasis in physical education.
The program provides a broad understanding of the history and philosophy of up-to-date physical education practices. You will gain the necessary tools to develop physical education programs, with coursework focused on implementing ethical standards in teaching methods.
Program Director: Jim Ave, PhD, ATC
This graduate program is designed for students with backgrounds in physical education and/or coaching who wish to enhance their competencies in teaching, coaching, and consulting or program administration. It prepares the graduate for a variety of physical or sport-related careers.
*1 year of full-time physical education teaching and/or coaching experience = 3 units of prerequisite coursework; 1 year of part-time physical education teaching and/or coaching experience = 1.5 units of prerequisite coursework.
By the completion of the physical education emphasis the student will be able to:
The Master of Arts in Kinesiology may start in the fall semester and the program is 5 semesters or 19 months in length.
Online
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State authorization is a federal requirement in the HigherEducation Act that requires institutions to be authorized in the state in which online programs are offered. Fresno Pacific University works regularly with individual state authorization agencies to meet each state's requirements. Currently, Fresno Pacific University has received authorization to offer online degree programs in all but six states: Georgia, Michigan, New York, New Mexico, Rhode Island and Wisconsin.
For the latest updates on the status of FPU's authorization in your state, contact your FPU Admissions representative.
The below listed prices reflect the current and upcoming Fall and Spring semesters and do not include any financial aid. Paying for college can be an overwhelming step in education your journey. We can help you find all the opportunities to reduce your out of pocket costs.
Tuition per Unit | Amount |
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700 Level | $705 |
Teacher Education | $705 |
MBA | $757* |
MSN and LEAD | $720 |
KIN | $570 |
Other Costs | Amount |
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Student services fee (per semester) | $60 |
* Field Placement Fee (charged for both the international and regional trip semesters) | $1,500 |
Tuition per Unit | Amount |
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700 Level | $690 |
Teacher Education | $690 |
MBA | $757* |
MSN and LEAD | $710 |
KIN | $560 |
* Fall 2020 & later cohorts
Other Costs | Amount |
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Student services fee (per semester) | $60 |
* Field Placement Fee (charged for both the international and regional trip semesters) | $1,500 |
* This is an estimate. Costs subject to change. Cost of attendance figures are used for budgeting purposes only and represent an estimate of projected tuition and fees for the coming academic year. Actual tuition rates are approved by the Board of Trustees and may vary.
Financial aid can refer to scholarships, grants and loans, which are available to you from the government, the university or outside sources. Aid types vary depending on the type of student you are.
Credentialed graduates are prepared to teach physical education at any grade level, including community college or university.
The staff in our Career Development and Experiential Learning Center are here to help you prepare to enter the working world. Whether your a freshman or an FPU alum, there are a number of resources and trainings offered to help you find the internship and job you’re looking for.