Exercise and Sport Sciences Physical Education Teacher - Texas Tech University

Exercise and Sport Sciences Physical Education Teacher from Texas Tech University is a Campus Bachelor Sport degree that prepares you for a Education career. Students majoring in exercise and sport sciences may choose from one of four tracks: physical education teacher education, exercise and health promotion, exercise science, or sport studies. The minimum number of hours for the major is 36, including 24 junior-senior level hours. Departmental faculty members will provide information about career options associated with each track. A four-year plan for each track is presented in this section. Students must meet with a departmental advisor to verify appropriate courses and other degree requirements for each track. Students in pre-allied health fields should consult with the departmental advisor for information on required courses and acceptable substitutions. Physical Education Teacher Education Track. Students majoring in exercise and sport sciences pursue teacher certification through the physical education teacher education (PETE) track. The certification program prepares students to teach in the EC ? 12 grade levels. In addition to the required courses in the PETE track, students must complete the minor in education . A 2.5 GPA is required to enroll in teacher education courses. Also, students must meet other requirements outlined by the College of Education . Students interested in sport coaching in junior and senior high schools should complete the requirements in this track. View more details on Texas Tech University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Sport courses.