Health, Physical Education and Recreation - Langston University

Health, Physical Education and Recreation from Langston University is a Campus Bachelor Sport degree that prepares you for a Education career. Mission: The mission of the Department of Health , Physical Education , and Recreation is to enhance the health and well being of society through the discovery, communication, and application of knowledge in physical activity. As an academic unit focusing on a multidisciplinary study of health , nutrition and human movement, the department promotes the acquisition of motor skills which enhance successful participation in perpetual physical and recreational pursuits. We aim to inspire a passion for lifelong learning and endeavor to indoctrinate our students to become leaders and valued members of society. Vision: Our vision is to be acclaimed for excellence in pedagogical instruction, innovative research, and the production of highly prepared graduates. Goals/Objectives 1. To prepare persons who, as teachers of health and physical education, will have a sound background in principles and practices of the field; 2. To emphasize to the prospective teacher the importance of realizing that teaching is a profession and thereby warrants professional preparation; 3. To make available such courses and experiences as will enable the student to work in the fields of physical education and health instruction, athletic instruction, and recreational activities; 4. To promote the acquisition of specific motor skills which enhance successful participation in lifelong physical and recreational pursuits. Description of the Program: The curriculum of the Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation is designed to meet and exceed the general requirements of the university and to prepare students for their professional field of choice. There is a degree option offered in Health , Physical Education , and Recreation: the Bachelor of Science degree in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation with an emphasis in Wellness. View more details on Langston University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Sport courses.