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.

Highlights

Career opportunities

This program enhances the skills, knowledge and abilities of teachers who currently hold a single subject teaching credential for Physical Education.

Program director

Jim Ave, Ph.D., ATC

Associate Professor of Kinesiology

Admission requirements

• Application form and fee
• Phone interview with director
• Three letters of recommendation (at least one from college instructor or supervisor)
• Statement of intent
• Two writing samples indicating potential graduate-level work
• Official transcripts verifying BA/BS degree in kinesiology or related area
• Minimum GPA of 2.75
• Current résumé including all related professional and extra−curricular experience
• Individuals without a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology or related area can meet the admission requirement by satisfying one of these areas:
  • Minimum 12 semester units of study in physical education
  • For each year verified, full-time physical education teaching and/or coaching experience, 3 units of prerequisites may be waived with the approval of the program director
  • For each year of part-time teaching/coaching, 1.5 units may be waived

Course listing

Required Courses

Kinesiology Courses (27 Units)

Master of Arts Core (9 Units)