Physical Education Weber State University

Overview

The Physical Education programme at Weber State University provides students with the essential skills to promote lifelong health and fitness through expert instruction. This degree focuses on the science of human movement and the pedagogical techniques required to lead diverse groups in various recreational and educational settings.

Students enrolled in this course gain a deep understanding of how physical activity impacts overall wellbeing. The curriculum is designed to transform athletic individuals into professional educators who can inspire others to lead active lifestyles. Training involves both theoretical study and practical application in real-world environments.

The department emphasises a holistic approach to student development, ensuring that every graduate is prepared for the challenges of the modern classroom.

Why Physical Education at Weber State University?

The programme is housed within the Dr. Ezekiel R. Dumke College of Health Professions, ensuring students have access to high-quality academic resources. Participants utilise the extensive recreation and fitness facilities at the Wildcat Center for Health Education and Wellness to enhance their practical training.

A distinctive feature of this degree is the opportunity for dual certification, allowing those with secondary education certificates to qualify for elementary school roles. This flexibility increases employability and allows graduates to work across a broader range of educational levels within the public school system.

Practical experience is a cornerstone of the learning journey, with students gaining hands-on teaching experience in local schools. This exposure to grades 6-12 ensures that learners are well-prepared for the realities of the profession, supported by faculty members who are deeply invested in individual student success.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 28536 per year
• National fee: USD 16657 per year
• Local fee: USD 5768 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Assessment strategies
• Adapted physical education
• Structural kinesiology
• Growth and motor development
• Exercise physiology
• Sports and fitness teaching and activities

Careers with Physical Education

Graduates are well-equipped for a variety of professional roles, primarily focusing on teaching and coaching within public, charter, or alternative schools. The degree provides the necessary credentials to lead physical education departments and manage diverse athletic programmes for young people.

Beyond traditional classroom settings, alumni can pursue careers in recreational programme management and intramural sports organisation. Opportunities also exist within Job Corps and other unique educational environments where fitness and health promotion are essential components of the organisational mission.

The skills acquired during the programme, such as leadership and physiological assessment, are highly transferable to the wider fitness industry. Graduates may find success as fitness directors, sports coordinators, or health consultants, helping various populations achieve their physical activity goals through structured programmes.