Kinesiology Minor: Physical Education Teaching

This minor is for students who would like to earn an additional authorization for teaching in a single-subject setting. It is ideal for students majoring in another area, heading towards teaching and would like to lay a foundation for being able to pass the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) in physical education. Although single subject has traditionally been grades 7-12, many school districts are hiring physical education specialists at elementary schools as well.

Highlights

This minor is ideal for students who are majoring in another subject area with the intention of earning a teaching credential, and would like to develop a foundation for the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) in physical education

Career opportunities

A minor in physical education teaching will help you earn an additional authorization for teaching in a single-subject setting.

Transferring to Fresno Pacific

FPU is a partner school with Transferology, a web-based tool that allows you to match the courses you’ve already taken with FPU programs. Visit Transferology.com to create an account and get started.

Course listing

Required Courses (19 Units)

Code	Title	Units
KIN 320	Theory of Physical Education	3
KIN 331	Fundamentals of Motor Behavior	4
KIN 331L	Fundamentals of Motor Behavior Lab	0
KIN 340	Measurement Evaluation	3
KIN 385	Kinesiology Practicum	1 - 3

Select two of the following courses

Code	Title	Units
KIN 251	Foundations of Kinesiology	3
KIN 270	Nutrition	3
KIN 395	Sport and Exercise Psychology	3

Select two units from the following courses

Code	Title	Units
KIN 345	Analysis of Individual and Dual Sports	2
KIN 351	Analysis of Team Sports	2
KIN 357	Analysis of Outdoor Activities	1
KIN 359	Analysis of Fundamental Movements	1
KIN 368	Analysis of Aquatics	1
KIN 369	Analysis of Fitness Activities	1
KIN 370	Analysis of Non-Traditional Sports	1

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