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Physical Education Minor, B.A. or B.S.

I. Required Courses

BIOL 1110 Human Biology (4 credits)
or BIOL 1211 Introductory Biology I (4 credits)
BIOL 2110 Human Anatomy and Physiology (5 credits)
HLTH 2100 First Aid and CPR/AED (1 credit)
PHED 2100 Foundations of Physical Education (3 credits)
PHED 3100 Motor Development (2 credits)
PHED 3110 Motor Learning (2 credits)

Subtotal 17 Credits

II. Required Electives

A. Methods Electives (select 3 courses)
PHED 3504 Methods and Activities for Teaching Rhythms and Dance (2 credits)
PHED 3505 Methods and Activities for Teaching Elementary Physical Education (3 credits)
PHED 3604 Methods and Activities for Teaching Team Sports (2 credits)
PHED 3605 Methods and Activities for Teaching Individual Sports (2 credits)
PHED 3607 Methods and Activities for Teaching Fitness Activities (2 credits)

B. Theory Electives (select 2 courses)

PHED 3200 Introduction to Sport Biomechanics (3 credits)
PHED 3300 Physiology of Exercise and Nutrition (3 credits)
PHED 3400 Inclusive Physical Education (3 credits)
PHED 3449 Socio-Cultural and Ethical Issues in Sport (3 credits)

C. Aquatics Electives (select 1 course)

PHED 1116 Advanced Swimming (1 credit)
PHED 2630 Lifeguard Training (3 credits)
PHED 2640 Water Safety Instructor (3 credits)

Subtotal 13-16 Credits

Total Semester Credits Required for Minor 30-33 Credits


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