Health and Physical Education, Bachelor of Science in Education (BSED) - Concentration in Physical Activity and Fitness Management / Pre-Athletic Training (SRU) (Traditional)
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Instructional Excellence: Develop Physical Activity and Fitness Managers who educate and empower individuals to lead active healthy lifestyles.
- Physical Health and Wellness Competency: Develop Physical Activity and Fitness Managers who prepare individuals for an active lifestyle through purposeful movement and healthy nutrition.
- Social, Emotional and Cognitive Wellness: Develop Physical Activity and Fitness Managers who prepare individuals with strategies to improve cognition, manage stress and positively interact with others.
- Physical Activity Management in Community and Commercial Settings: Prepare Physical Activity and Fitness Managers to coordinate and lead comprehensive wellness programs that promote health literacy and physical activity in Community and Commercial Settings.
- Professional Advocate and Leader: Develop professionals who model and value health and advocate for quality health and wellness in schools and communities.
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CURRICULUM GUIDE
GPA REQUIREMENT
Major GPA: 2.0 or higher
Overall GPA: 2.0 or higher
SUMMARY*
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Studies 2 Requirements | 44 | |
| Other Basic Requirements | 0-3 | |
| Computer Competency | 0-3 | |
| Major/Concentration Requirements | 60 | |
| Electives | 16 | |
* All undergraduate degree programs require a minimum of 120 credits. Some courses meet multiple requirements, but are only counted once toward the 120 credit total required to graduate.
ROCK STUDIES 2 REQUIREMENTS
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| The Rock | ||
| SUBJ 139 | Foundations of Academic Discovery 1 | 3 |
| ENGL 102 | Critical Writing | 3 |
| ENGL 104 | Critical Reading | 3 |
| STAT 152 | Elementary Statistics I | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Civil Discourse: Theory & Practice | ||
| Ethics and Civil Discourse | ||
| Civil Discourse and Democracy | ||
| Subtotal | 15 | |
| Integrated Inquiry | ||
| Creative and Aesthetic Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Humanities Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Social Science Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Natural Sciences Inquiry | ||
| BIOL 209 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| Physical Sciences Inquiry | ||
| PHYS 201 | Elements of Physics I with Lab | 4 |
| Subtotal | 17 | |
| Thematic Thread | ||
| Must choose a Thematic Thread with at least 2 AT Prerequisite classes including PSYC 105 | ||
| Select 12 Credits 2 | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 44 | |
- 1
Course offered in multiple subjects; cannot take course in first major subject.
- 2
One course from each category; six credits must be 300-level or above; no more than 4 credits from one subject area; specific courses required in first major, regardless of prefix of course, cannot be used to satisfy thread requirements; any course with same prefix as first major cannot be used to satisfy thread requirements, even if it is not a course in the first major.
Basic Math Requirement
Check with your adviser or a current degree audit report to see if you have been exempted from this course. The credit earned in this course will not be counted toward the 120 credit hour minimum needed to earn a degree.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following: | 0-3 | |
Meet required minimum SAT or ACT math score OR | ||
| Beginning Algebra | ||
| Total Hours | 0-3 | |
Computer Competency
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Demonstrate "computer competency" by one of the following: | 0-3 | |
Pass Computer Competency Exam OR | ||
Select one of the following at SRU or another post-secondary institution: | ||
| Introduction to Computing for Liberal Arts | ||
| Computer Concepts | ||
| Introduction to Computing and Programming | ||
| Technology for Wellness | ||
| Total Hours | 0-3 | |
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION REQUIREMENT
Students must take and pass a course with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) designation prior to graduation. Students can meet this requirement by taking any DEI - designated course in any program at any time during their undergraduate career.
MAJOR/CONCENTRATION REQUIREMENTS
- 30 major credits must be taken at SRU or PASSHE
- 30 major credits must be taken at the 300 level or above
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| PE 131 | Foundations of Leadership in Physical Activity 1 | 3 |
| PE 202 | Technology for Wellness 1 | 3 |
| PE 231 | Strategies for Teaching Physical Activity 1 | 3 |
| PE 331 | Evidence-Based Physical Activity 1 | 3 |
| PE 332 | Administration and Management of Physical Activity 1 | 3 |
| PE 450 | Internship 1 | 6 |
| PE 473 | Professionalism, Advocacy and Leadership in Physical Activity 1 | 3 |
| Subtotal | 24 | |
| Fitness/Health Courses | ||
| BIOL 309 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| PE 242 | Physical Health and Fitness Education 1 | 3 |
| PE 268 | Contemporary Topics in Health 1 | 3 |
| PE 335 | Science of the Mind-Body Connection 1 | 3 |
| Subtotal | 13 | |
| Blocks | ||
| Complete the following blocks as a Traditional Pre-AT Student | ||
| Block D: Coaching Education | 12 | |
| Emergency Medical Response | ||
| Psychological and Sociological Bases of Sport (Required) 1 | ||
| Conditioning for Athletic Performance (Required) 1 | ||
| Philosophy and Psychology of Coaching (Required) 1 | ||
| Block E: Fitness | 12 | |
| Applied Principles of Exercise 1 | ||
| Teaching and Leading of Strength and Resistance Training | ||
| Nutrition for Physical Activity, Exercise, and Health | ||
| Biomechanics of Individuals with Disabilities | ||
| Subtotal | 24 | |
| Total Hours | 61 | |
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Course counts for 50% of Major requirements and Major GPA
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Some courses may require pre-requisites. Please see course descriptions to determine if there are any pre-requisites for that specific course.
ADDITIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINING PREREQUISITE COURSES
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Medical Terminology | ||
| Medical Terminology for Healthcare Administrators | ||
| BIOL 110 | The Human Body: Fundamentals of Structure and Physiology | 3-4 |
| or BIOL 114 | Biology II: Foundations of Molecules, Genes and Cells with Lab | |
| CHEM 104 | Introduction Chemistry I | 3 |
| Subtotal | 9-10 | |
Athletic Training Graduate Program (Master of Science in Athletic Training)
Prerequisite Admission Requirements
For Application Requirements:
Please refer to Slippery Rock University’s Athletic Training Graduate Program. (Master of Science in Athletic Training) website for requirements: www.sru.edu/AT
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Prerequisite Courses - SRU Athletic Training Graduate Program: | ||
| BIOL 110 | The Human Body: Fundamentals of Structure and Physiology | 3 |
| or BIOL 114 | Biology II: Foundations of Molecules, Genes and Cells with Lab | |
| BIOL 209 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| BIOL 309 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| CHEM 104 | Introduction Chemistry I | 3 |
| or CHEM 107 | General Chemistry I | |
| EXSC 201 | Exercise Physiology with Lab | 3 |
| or PE 238 | Applied Principles of Exercise | |
| EXSC 202 | Biomechanics with Lab | 3 |
| or RCTH 364 | Biomechanics of Individuals with Disabilities | |
| EXSC 250 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| or HCAM 250 | Medical Terminology for Healthcare Administrators | |
| EXSC 424 | Nutrition and Exercise | 3 |
| or PE 393 | Nutrition for Physical Activity, Exercise, and Health | |
| PHYS 201 | Elements of Physics I with Lab | 4 |
| PSYC 105 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| STAT 152 | Elementary Statistics I | 3 |
CO-CURRICULAR AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Students are encouraged to explore additional curricular and co-curricular opportunities. There is a strong correlation between long-term student success and participation in the following types of programs and activities:
- International study programs (short-term, semester, and year-long)
- Student-faculty research
- Student leadership development
- Service-learning classes
- Career education and development
- Internship
- Volunteering
Important Curriculum Guide Notes
This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.
PASSHE - Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Institutions
Health and Physical Education - BSED (1158)
Concentration in Physical Activity and Fitness Management (PAFM)
Pre-Athletic Training 3+2 (11AT)
This program is effective as of Summer 2022
Revised 10.05.2023
UCC 04.19.2022
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | |
| PE 131 | Foundations of Leadership in Physical Activity | 3 |
| ESAP 101 | FYRST Seminar | 1 |
| ENGL 102 | Critical Writing | 3 |
| PHYS 201 | Elements of Physics I with Lab | 4 |
| PSYC 105 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| SUBJ 139 | University Seminar | 3 |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Spring | ||
| PE 231 | Strategies for Teaching Physical Activity | 3 |
| PE 242 | Physical Health and Fitness Education | 3 |
| ENGL 104 | Critical Reading | 3 |
| STAT 152 | Elementary Statistics I | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Civil Discourse: Theory & Practice | ||
| Ethics and Civil Discourse | ||
| Civil Discourse and Democracy | ||
| Hours | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| PE 238 | Applied Principles of Exercise | 3 |
| PE 268 | Contemporary Topics in Health | 3 |
| PE 270 | Psychological and Sociological Bases of Sport | 3 |
| BIOL 209 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| Creative & Aesthetic Inquiry | 3 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| RCTH 364 | Biomechanics of Individuals with Disabilities | 3 |
| PE 369 | Philosophy and Psychology of Coaching | 3 |
| EXSC 250 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| BIOL 309 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| Humanities Inquiry | 3 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| PE 202 | Technology for Wellness | 3 |
| PE 331 | Evidence-Based Physical Activity | 3 |
| PE 378 | Teaching and Leading of Strength and Resistance Training | 3 |
| CHEM 104 | Introduction Chemistry I | 3 |
| Social Science Inquiry | 3 | |
| Thematic Thread Requirement | 3 | |
| Hours | 18 | |
| Spring | ||
| PE 237 | Emergency Medical Response | 3 |
| PE 306 | Conditioning for Athletic Performance | 3 |
| PE 335 | Science of the Mind-Body Connection | 3 |
| PE 393 | Nutrition for Physical Activity, Exercise, and Health | 3 |
| Thematic Thread Requirement | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| PE 332 | Administration and Management of Physical Activity | 3 |
| PE 473 | Professionalism, Advocacy and Leadership in Physical Activity | 3 |
| BIOL 110 | The Human Body: Fundamentals of Structure and Physiology | 3 |
| Thematic Thread Requirement | 3 | |
| Elective 1 | 5 | |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Spring | ||
| PE 450 | Internship 1 | 6-12 |
| Hours | 6-12 | |
| Total Hours** | 120-126 | |
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Students can take additional credits in PE 450 or elective coursework to meet the 120 credit hour minimum.
Revised 10.05.2023