2005-06 Greenville College CatalogMajors and MinorsHEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION, AND RECREATION Professor—Robert W. Johnson Physical Education Major | Recreation Majors | Coaching Minor The Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation participates in the process of equipping persons for redemptive Christian leadership in two ways. First, it encourages students to engage in those continuing, active, healthy, Christian life practices which contribute to wellness. Second, it prepares students for careers in physical education and recreation. The following are programs offered by the department:
The physical education major requires 40 – 42 credits for the physical education specialization and 42-44 credits of professional studies in education, depending on the type of certification a student is seeking. Students can earn certification for teaching grades K–12 or grades 6 – 12. The physical education major leads to a bachelor of science degree. Physical Education Specialization Requirements
Four of the following:
Required Professional Studies Courses
* Required for K – 12 Certification
The recreation major consists of a minimum of 16 core requirement credits, and the selection of an emphasis which requires the completion of 16 additional credits. Although not required, recreation majors may substitute two credits of HPR 107/108/207/208 for the general education activity requirement. Students completing this major are eligible for the bachelor of science degree. Recreation Core Requirements
Adult Fitness Emphasis, Recreation
Elective courses as approved by advisor (2 cr minimum) Leadership Emphasis
Elective courses as approved by advisor (9 cr minimum) Sports Management Emphasis
Physical Education: Coaching Minor Requirements (18 credits)
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2, 2005 |