Kinesiology, Preparation for Teaching, BS + Single Subject Credential in Physical Education + Teaching, MAT
Program Overview
This program combines a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Preparation for Teaching with a Single Subject Credential in Physical Education and a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT). It prepares students to become physical education teachers in K-12 schools, with optional authorizations in Spanish bilingual and Adapted Physical Education. The program seamlessly transitions students from undergraduate to graduate studies, providing them with the knowledge, skills, and credentials necessary for a successful career in the field.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Program Name: Kinesiology, Preparation for Teaching, BS + Single Subject Credential in Physical Education + Teaching, MAT
- Objective: The program enables qualified students to simultaneously complete the requirements for Kinesiology, Preparation for Teaching, B.S., Single Subject Credential - Physical Education, and Teaching, MAT (with optional Spanish bilingual and Adapted Physical Education Authorizations).
Outline:
- Structure: The program combines undergraduate and graduate coursework, allowing students to seamlessly transition from a B.S. to an M.A.T. and teaching credential
Careers:
- Potential Career Paths: The program prepares graduates for careers as physical education and/or adapted physical education teachers in K-12 schools.
- Opportunities: Graduates may pursue teaching positions in public or private schools, work in community-based organizations, or continue their education in related fields.
- Outcomes: The program equips graduates with the knowledge, skills, and credentials necessary for a successful career in the field of physical education.
Entry Requirements:
For the Kinesiology, Preparation for Teaching, BS + Single Subject Credential in Physical Education + Teaching, MAT program, most native and transfer students will become eligible to apply for the SAGE Scholars program in the Fall semester of Year 3 and enter the pathway during the Spring semester of Year 3. Applications will be processed by the Department of Teacher Education and without an application fee. Students will not need to apply formally for graduate admission if accepted into this program. To be eligible:
- Students must have successfully completed a minimum of 60 undergraduate degree applicable units and not more than 120 undergraduate degree applicable units at the time of program;
- Students must be enrolled in or have completed the undergraduate Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR) prior to admission into the program;
- Students must have a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA at the time of admission. GPA is calculated by the last 60 semester (or 90 quarter) units taken or a student’s cumulative GPA, whichever is higher Note that this is a higher GPA standard than other SAGE Scholars programs; and,
- Students must meet the Master of Art in Teaching and Single Subject Credential admissions requirements. Students who have reached up to their first semester as classified seniors will remain eligible for entry into the SAGE program.
