Physical Education and Health Specialization, M.Ed

USA

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What will I learn?

The Master of Education with specialization in Physical Education and Health (PEH) is designed for candidates who are teaching Physical Education and Health at the public school levels pre-kindergarten through grade twelve. Graduates of the program will possess the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue advanced education in teacher education programs within the discipline, as well as to work in professional and leadership positions within public and private school settings. The M.Ed. with specialization in Physical Education and Health requires a minimum of 34 credit hours. The program consists of a core of professional studies that develops the instructional decision-making of teachers and a focus core designed to enhance knowledge of subject matter, structure of disciplines, and appropriate modes of inquiry. The specialization supports the Watson College of Education’s conceptual framework of developing highly competent professionals to serve in educational leadership roles.

Objectives

  1. Students will demonstrate a basic understanding about the research process as it relates to PEH.
  2. Students will demonstrate the ability to analyze and synthesize research in PEH.
  3. Students will demonstrate skill in communication of PEH.
  4. Students will demonstrate the ability to apply PEH concepts in instructional settings.
  5. Students will demonstrate in-depth knowledge in PEH.
  6. Students will demonstrate appropriate methods for working with diverse student populations.
  7. Students will demonstrate good interpersonal communication skills.
  8. Students will demonstrate knowledge about planning and evaluating PEH programs and instruction.
  9. Students will demonstrate appropriate use of technology in teaching.
  10. Students will demonstrate appropriate use of technology in the supervision and evaluation of teaching.
  11. Students will demonstrate appropriate methods for working with students in today’s world.
  12. Students will demonstrate knowledge about appropriate supervision of instruction skills for physical activity settings.
  13. Students will demonstrate knowledge about current trends and issues in PEH.

Which department am I in?

Watson College of Education

Study options

Online/Distance with attendance (34 Hours)

Tuition fees
$21,364.00 (18,02,565) per year
The given fee is for full time and it's a guide for online students

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected April, May, July 2025

Start date

Expected January 2026

Venue

University of North Carolina Wilmington

601 South College Road,

WILMINGTON,

North Carolina,

28403, United States

Entry requirements

For students from United States

A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university completed before graduate study begins. GPA of “B” (3.0) or better recommended in undergraduate work.

For international students

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, completed before graduate study begins.
Official copies of transcripts of college work (graduate and undergraduate). An undergraduate grade average of “B” (GPA=3.0) or better is recommended.

Minimum Score Requirement – TOEFL: 79; IELTS: minimum of 6.5 for acceptance, 7.0 for TA consideration; Duolingo: minimum of 115.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of North Carolina - Wilmington

A renowned coastal university, that places emphasis on applied learning to offer students hands on experience within their field of study.

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