Master of Science in Physical Education [Non-Certification]

Program Admission Requirements

To be admitted to this program, the prospective student must meet all requirements for admission to the School of Graduate Studies. Teacher certification is not necessary for this degree program. However, students in this program must concentrate in the same field as their undergraduate major or have earned a minimum of 30 semester hours in the desired field. If a student wishes to change fields, undergraduate course work may be required to complete any deficiencies that may exist in the new discipline. This degree does not qualify a student for any teaching certificate in the State of Alabama. Out-of-state students should check carefully the certification requirements of their respective states.

I. Professional Courses: 6 hours

ED 504. Techniques of Educational Research Credits: 3
OR
PE 540. Techniques of Research in Human Performance Credits: 3
ED 506. Educational Statistics Credits: 3

II. Concentration Courses: 27 hours

A. Choose one of the following emphasis areas: 18 hours

1. Athletic Training

BOC certification or eligibility for BOC certification is required for this emphasis.

Six hours from the following:

PE 575. Emergency Management of Athletic Injuries Credits: 1-3
PE 576. Sports Medicine Seminar and Workshop Credits: 1-3

Twelve hours from the following:

PE 509. Internship Credits: 3
PE 510. Protective Techniques for Injuries Credits: 3
PE 542. Sport and Exercise Nutrition Credits: 3
PE 543. Kinesiology Credits: 3
PE 546. Biomechanics of Human Movement Credits: 3
PE 570. Development of Strength and Conditioning Programs Credits: 3
PE 572. Performance Enhancement Specialist Credits: 3
PE 574. Corrective Exercise Specialist Credits: 3

2. Exercise Science

Three hours from the following:

PE 509. Internship Credits: 3
PE 599. Thesis Credits: 1-3

Fifteen hours from the following:

PE 540. Techniques of Research in Human Performance Credits: 3
PE 542. Sport and Exercise Nutrition Credits: 3
PE 543. Kinesiology Credits: 3
PE 544. Exercise Physiology Credits: 3
PE 546. Biomechanics of Human Movement Credits: 3
PE 551. Exercise Testing and Prescription Credits: 3
PE 570. Development of Strength and Conditioning Programs Credits: 3
PE 572. Performance Enhancement Specialist Credits: 3
PE 574. Corrective Exercise Specialist Credits: 3

3. Physical Education

Fifteen hours from the following:

PE 520. Physical Education in the Elementary School Credits: 3
PE 522. Curriculum Design in School Health and Physical Education Credits: 3
PE 523. Adapted Physical Education Credits: 3
PE 524. Teaching Aspects of Health and Physical Education Credits: 3
PE 532. Organization and Administration in Health and Human Performance Credits: 3

Three hours from the following:

PE 510. Protective Techniques for Injuries Credits: 3
PE 533. Athletic Administration Seminar Credits: 3
PE 534. Sport and Exercise Legal Issues Credits: 3
PE 545. The Nature and Basis of Movement Credits: 3
PE 573. Prevention, Care, and Treatment of Athletic Injuries Credits: 3

4. Sport Management

Twelve hours from the following:

PE 532. Organization and Administration in Health and Human Performance Credits: 3
PE 533. Athletic Administration Seminar Credits: 3
PE 534. Sport and Exercise Legal Issues Credits: 3
PE 565. Psychology and Sociology of Human Performance Credits: 3

Six hours from the following:

PE 509. Internship Credits: 3
PE 535. Accounting and Economics in Sports Credits: 3
PE 537. Sport Management and Marketing Credits: 3
PE 539. Sport Management Practicum Credits: 3
PE 540. Techniques of Research in Human Performance Credits: 3
PE 586. Intramural and Non-Competitive Activities Credits: 3
PE 598. Selected Topics in Physical Education Credits: 1-3

B. Elective hours in Physical Education: 9 hours

Nine hours in physical education in addition to the courses selected above to meet the desired emphasis (9)

Total Required: 33 hours

Note(s):

This program is also offered online.

Program Completion Requirements

The student shall:

Maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0 or better in all courses in the approved program as verified on an official transcript with no grade less than "C."
Make a satisfactory score on a written comprehensive examination documenting mastery of the curriculum of the program.