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Kinesiology, Sport & Recreation: Physical Education Teacher Licensure (K-12)

Develop skills that promote quality physical education programs in the K-12 setting.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 85 in Major
Careers
Physiologists
Kinesiology, Sport & Recreation: Physical Education Teacher Licensure (K-12) students at EIU

Why Study Kinesiology, Sport & Recreation: Physical Education Teacher Licensure (K-12) at EIU?

  • Work with instructors who have experience in their field
  • Practice what you learn in our facilities
  • Build relationships with professionals as you go
  • Gain the necessary skills for your next step
""The caring and dedicated faculty have helped me grow as both a student and future physical educator, giving me the knowledge and confidence to become the best educator I can be.""
James Emmerich
Kinesiology, Sport & Recreation: Physical Education Teacher Licensure (K-12) | Class of 2028, Physical Education Major
James Emmerich, Kinesiology, Sport & Recreation: Physical Education Teacher Licensure (K-12) at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Hands-on learning outside of the classroom
  • Participate in local community efforts
  • Observe PE teaching in local schools
  • Plan and organize lessons for local schools
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Hands-On Experience, Kinesiology, Sport & Recreation: Physical Education Teacher Licensure (K-12) students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The mission of the Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) Program is to graduate entry-level professional physical educators who possess a personal and professional commitment to physical education, and will demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to promote learning in the area of physical education.

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$50,502
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Exercise Physiologists

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Realistic

Connect With Us

Dr. Scott Ronspies
Professor
sronspies@eiu.edu
2260 Lantz
217-581-2215
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Mark Kattenbraker
Department Chairperson
mskattenbraker@eiu.edu
2506
217-581-2215
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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