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Physical Education (PK-6) Program of Study

Every effort is made to ensure this information is current, but please be aware that some content may have changed. There is no substitute for developing a careful course registration plan in consultation with your advisor. The class sequence listed is suggested only. The final decision rests with the student and academic advisor.

Requirements for the second endorsement may require the student to take classes during the summer session or to add an extra semester. PED 287 meets computer literacy requirement for HHPS Department.

2023-24 Academic Year

Freshman - 1st semester
ENG 102 Composition Skills (General Studies CAT 1) (3)
HIS 120 World History (General Studies CAT 10) (3)
PED 103 Lifestyle Assessment (General Studies CAT 9) (2)
PED 105 Anatomy and Physiology (3)
PED 171 Elementary School Health and P.E. (3)

Freshman - 2nd semester
ART 102 The Visual Arts Experience (General Studies CAT 4) (3)
BIO 102 Biology for General Studies (General Studies CAT 7) (3)
CNA 100 Principles of Human Communication (General Studies CAT 2) (3)
EDU 150 Introduction to Professional Education (3)
PED activity classes (2)

Sophomore - 1st semester
EDU 250 Human Development and Cognition (3)
MAT 110 Contemporary Applications of Math (Gen Studies CAT 3) (3)
PSY 101 General Psychology (General Studies CAT 5) (3)
Electives (6)

Sophomore - 2nd semester
EDU 275 Intro to PK-12 Instruction (3)
ENG 150 Topics in Literature (General Studies CAT 6) (3)
PED 200 Intro to Motor Learning and Development (3)
POS 100 American National Government (General Studies CAT 8) (3)
Elective (3)

Advancement to Level 2: Acceptance to teacher education candidacy required before taking any 300/400 level SPD/EDU courses.

Junior - 1st semester
PED 287 Computer Applications in HHPS (3)
PED 305 Exercise Physiology (3)
PED 351 Biomechanics (3)
SPD 302 Inclusion and Co-teaching in General Education (3)
Electives (6)

Junior - 2nd semester
PED 361 Methods and Materials in Health and Physical Education (3)
PED 381 Physical Education Practicum (2)
PED 407 Motor Perception and Adaptives Special Populations (3)
PED activity classes (2)
SPD 435 Classroom Management through Social-Emotional Learning K-6 (3)

Senior - 1st semester
EDU 310 Reading, Writing, and Assessment in Content Areas (2)
EDU 409 Content Area Methods and Assessment (3)
EDU 414 Content Area Clinical Experience (1)
PED 346 Organization, Administration, and Curriculum Development of Elementary Health and Physical Education (3)
Elective (3)

Advancement to Level 3: Clinical Practice

Senior - 2nd semester
EDU 452 Clinical Practice and Seminar for Elementary Schools    6-12

All persons seeking Nebraska certification are required to provide proof of a passing score on the Praxis II content test designated for the area(s) of endorsement. For information about the test requirements, please visit the Nebraska Department of Education.