Physical Education, AA

Physical education is the study of maintaining the human body through physical exercise and motor development. The study encourages psychomotor learning in a play or movement exploration setting to promote health.

This is a sample transfer guide; consult with a counselor or pathway advisor to develop your degree plan.

Associate of Arts

Required Courses

Course NumberTitleCredits
BIO 100Fundamentals of Biology

4

or

BIO 101Cellular Biology

4

BIO 110Anatomy & Physiology

4

BIO 210Human Physiology

4

ENG 110College Writing I

3

or

ENG 160College Writing & Research

4

ENG 111College Writing II: Literature

3

or

ENG 260Honors Thesis

4

or

COM 113Interpersonal Communication

3

WPE 150Foundat's/Hlth, PE, & Ex Sci

3

Humanities/Fine Arts

6

Mathematics

3

Political Science

3

Science

4

Social Science

3

Wellness/Physical Education

2

Elective Courses

20

Total Credit Hours: 62

Transfer Notes: The physical education major is one of several options for teacher certification. Some university bachelor’s degree programs offer dual teacher certification in both physical education and health education. All education bachelor’s degree programs have additional admission requirements, such as grade point average, test scores, and volunteer experience.