Physical Education, B.A.

Admission Requirements

Students seeking admission to this program must meet the following Department of Education’s Teacher Educator Certification requirements:

1. Earn a 2.5 overall GPA;
2. Complete all general education and state mandated common prerequisite courses with a C- or higher in each;
3. Pass all sections of the General Knowledge Test. Information can be found at http://www.usf.edu/education/academics/teacher-certification/general-knowledge-test.aspx;
4. Submit an application to Student Academic Services, EDU 106, 813-974-2979.

Applications can be found at http://www.usf.edu/education/advising/undergraduate/coedu-applications.aspx.

Requirements after Admission

Students accepted into the physical education program must meet the following additional requirements:

1. Sign an agreement to abide by the standards set forth in the College of Education Professional Disposition and Ethical Standards Policy and Procedures document.
2. Pay for costs in addition to tuition, fees, and books such as:
   • Attendance at the state professional organization conference (minimally 1 year)
   • Student membership in the state physical education professional organization
   • Transportation to and from school sites required in courses and internships
   • Physical Education Teacher Education uniform for internships
   • Criminal background checks and finger printing for internships
   • Assignments in some classes (e.g., printing/binding of group project reports, academic and professional portfolio, professional file, etc.)
   • Electronic assignment portfolio throughout program
3. Complete professional development plans throughout the program.
4. Complete and pass individual development plans in identified skill areas during the program.

State Mandated Common Course Prerequisites

Students wishing to transfer to USF should complete an A.A. degree at a Florida College System institution. Some courses required for the major may also meet General Education requirements thereby transferring maximum hours to the university.

If a student wishes to transfer without an A.A. degree and has fewer than 60 semester hours of acceptable credit, the student must meet the university’s entering freshman requirements including ACT or SAT test scores, GPA, and course requirements.

Transfer students are also required to comply with the immunization, foreign language, and continuous enrollment policies of the university.

Students should complete the following prerequisite courses at the lower level prior to entering the university. If these courses are not taken at a Florida College System institution, they must be completed before the degree is granted.

Unless stated otherwise, a grade of C- is the minimum acceptable grade in prerequisite courses.

• EDF X005 Education: Foundations and Policy Studies - 3 credit hours
• BSC X085 - 4 credit hours
• BSC X086 or PET X622 - 3-4 credit hours
• Skill Development Courses in Physical Activities - 4-5 credit hours
• Conditioning, Fitness and Wellness Course in Physical Education Activities - 3 credit hours

A minimum of 6 semester hours with an international or diversity focus is required. Eligible courses will be determined by the community college or university where the student is currently earning the Associate in Arts or baccalaureate degree. Foreign language courses may be used to meet this requirement.

FOR EDUCATION MAJORS: General education courses will be determined by the community college or university where the student currently is earning the Associate in Arts or baccalaureate degree, and will be published in the institution’s existing catalog and delineated in the Statewide Course Numbering System.

Total Major Hours: 71

Major Core (71 hours)

• EDF 3122 - Learning and the Developing Child Credit(s): 3

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• EDF 4131 - Learning and the Developing Adolescent Credit(s): 3
• TSL 4324 - ESOL Competencies and Strategies Credit(s): 1-3
• PET 3421 - Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Education Credit(s): 3
• PET 4432 - Instructional Design & Content: Physical Education Elementary I Credit(s): 3
• PET 4433 - Instructional Design & Content: Physical Education Elementary II Credit(s): 3
• PET 4942 - Physical Education Pre-Internship: Elementary Credit(s): 3
• EDF 3604 - Schools and Society Credit(s): 3
• PET 4510 - Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education Credit(s): 3

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• EDF 4430 - Measurement for Teachers Credit(s): 3
• PET 3031 - Motor Behavior Credit(s): 3
• PET 3441 - Instructional Design and Content: Middle School Physical Education Credit(s): 3
• PET 4742 - Secondary Physical Education Methods: Physical Act Credit(s): 3
• RED 4333 - Content Area Reading Credit(s): 3
• PET 3640 - Adapted Physical Education Credit(s): 3
• PET 4765 - Scientific Principles of Athletic Coaching Credit(s): 3
• PET 4820 - Sport Skill Proficiency Credit(s): 2
• PET 4380 - Applied Exercise Science Credit(s): 3
• PET 4401 - Class Management, Safety, Ethics, Law, and Organization and Administration of Physical Education Credit(s): 3
• PET 4442 - Instructional Design and Content: Physical Education Secondary Credit(s): 3
• PET 4944 - Physical Education Pre-Internship: Secondary Credit(s): 3
• PET 4946 - Internship in Physical Education: Elementary Credit(s): 6
• PET 4947 - Internship in Physical Education: Secondary Credit(s): 6
• PET 4929 - Senior Seminar in Physical Education Credit(s): 3

GPA Requirements

Once admitted, students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA and earn a 2.5 in all upper-level coursework in the major including Core and Specialization courses.

Grading Requirement

Receive a grade of C- or higher in all required courses and maintain a 2.5 overall GPA and a 2.5 Core and Specialization GPA to be eligible to intern and graduate.

Research Opportunities

All undergraduate students in any degree program can participate in undergraduate research. There are a number of options to receive academic credit for a mentored research experience and to have the experience show on the official transcript. Students who wish to enroll in an undergraduate research course should consult with their academic advisor to understand how the credit will apply towards the degree requirements. If no credit is needed, students may be eligible to enroll in the 0-credit IDS 2912 , IDS 4914  or IDH 4910  courses. These courses will not impact degree credits or GPA but will show on an official transcript and document the experience. The Office of Undergraduate Research will assist students in understanding the various course options.

Internship Opportunities

Physical Education students will complete four clinical experiences. The final internship consists of two courses, each of 7 weeks. One will be performed at the elementary level and one at the middle or high school level. Passing grades in internship will only be possible if all sections of the Florida Teacher Certification Exam are taken and passed prior to graduation.

• PET 4942 - Physical Education Pre-Internship: Elementary Credit(s): 3
• PET 4944 - Physical Education Pre-Internship: Secondary Credit(s): 3
• PET 4946 - Internship in Physical Education: Elementary Credit(s): 6
• PET 4947 - Internship in Physical Education: Secondary Credit(s): 6

Other Information

Physical Education Elective Program

Physical Education elective offerings are designed to provide opportunities for all students in the University to acquire knowledge and movement skills related to an active healthy lifestyle. Laboratory experiences in over twenty-five different exercise and sports activities allow students to select and develop proficiency appropriate for leisure pursuit and personal development. Special competency courses provide for in-depth study in such areas as personal wellness, current issues in sports, and first aid.

Advising Information

Students are encouraged to seek advising in Student Academic Services, EDU 106, 813-974-2979. To schedule an appointment visit us at http://www.usf.edu/education/advising/undergraduate/.

Physical Education Faculty

Chairpersons: J. Schneider; Professors: F.N. Faucette, Associate Professors: H.B. Sun; S. Flory.

Plan of Study

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