The Minor in Physical Education provides a comprehensive foundation for teaching physical education in grades K-9. Students who wish to teach physical education but are not pursuing a degree or credential in Physical Education Teacher Education should choose this minor as it allows them to earn a supplemental authorization.

This program focuses on the specific competencies students must learn to earn the Supplementary Authorization for Multiple Subject and Standard Elementary Teaching Credentials in the area of Physical Education. Some topics include fundamental and creative movement skills, basics of human movement, and motor development and learning. Students also learn physical education pedagogy and curriculum development, which prepares them to
develop and implement effective PE programs in schools.

Individuals seeking a supplementary authorization should hold or be pursuing a teaching credential. Information about teaching credentials can be obtained from the School of Education.

Course Requirements for the Minor

The following courses, or their approved transfer equivalents, are required of all candidates for this minor. Please consult with an academic advisor to carefully plan your program coursework. 

Course List

Course	Title	Units
KINE 305	Philosophy of School Based Teaching Physical Education	3
KINE 306	Net Games & Self-defense for Teachers	3
KINE 308	Rhythms and Dance for Teachers	3
KINE 315	Introduction to Adapted Physical Activity	3
KINE 335	Youth Fitness	3
KINE 410	Developmentally Appropriate Physical Education for Middle School Students	3
Select one of the following:		3
KINE 302	Foundations of Childhood Physical Education
KINE 309	Developmentally Appropriate Physical Education for Children
Select one of the following:		3
KINE 321	Motor Development and Behavior
KINE 345	Motor Learning and Human Performance
Total Units		24