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

Credentialed graduates are prepared to teach physical education at any grade level, including community college or university.

Program director

Jim Ave, Ph.D., ATC

Professor, Program Director, Kinesiology

Admission requirements

• Application form and fee
• One letter of recommendation
• Statement of intent
• Official transcripts verifying bachelor’s degree in kinesiology
• Individuals without a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology can meet the requirement by satisfying one of these areas:
  • Minimum 12-semester units of study in physical education
  • 4 years full-time or 8 years part-time physical education teaching and/or coaching experience
• Minimum 2.75 GPA
• If GPA is below 2.75 submit a current resume and letter of explanation

Course listing

Required Courses

Kinesiology Courses (27 Units)

Master of Arts Core (9 Units)