Overview

The Kinesiology - Preparation for Teaching BSc program from San José State University is primarily designed for those who are interested in becoming physical education and/or adapted physical education (APE) teachers in the K-12 schools, however, the concepts and skills learned can translate to other careers.

Careers

Physical Education Teacher (Teaching Credential Program Required) at public or private schools

Adapted Physical Education Teacher (Teaching Credential Program Required) at public or private schools

Interscholastic and/or recreational sport coach/athletic director

Physical activity directors at sport and recreation centers

School-based physical activity specialist (ex. Playworks, YMCA, Boys and Girls Clubs)

Outdoor education schools/programs

Physical activity specialist within community, corporate, and commercial settings

Graduate School (Masters and Doctorate)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Water Safety Instructor’s Course

Adapted Aquatics

Sport and Adapted Activities

Psychology of Coaching

Fieldwork in Adapted Physical Education

Elementary School Programs, K-6

Assessment of Psychomotor Function

Management Practices for Physical Education Teachers

Design and Assessment of Movement Experiences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Jose, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Earn the equivalent of a U.S. 3.0 grade point average (GPA) or an average of “B” grades.

Successfully complete three years of college preparatory mathematics with a minimum grade of “C-” or better.

Submit official test scores from an approved English language proficiency test (TOEFL, IELTS).

Submit partial official secondary school (high school) transcripts and final transcripts.

Take SAT or ACT (highly recommended).

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17692 USD / year

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Out-of-State

17692 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

17692 USD / year

≈ 17692 USD / year

Additional Details

Non-Resident Fees are charged an additional $444 per unit.

Living costs

San Jose

United States

1740 - 3150 USD / month

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Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Living costs

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