Degree Options

There are four concentrations for Master's of Science with a major in Health and Physical Education Teaching. Concentrations are selected on the basis of prior degrees and career focus.

1.  Continuing Education seeking K - 12 Health and Physical Education Teacher Certification (for candidates who already have a Michigan teaching certificate to teach in other content areas, but wish to Health and Physical Education to their teaching certificate)
2. Continuing Education (for candidates who are already certified in Health and Physical Education Teaching, and would like to continue their studies in these areas by adding a Masters-level credential) 
3. Initial K-12 Health and Physical Education Teacher Certification (for candidates who have a Bachelors degree in a field outside of Education and are now interested in obtaining an initial teacher certification in Health and Physical Education Teaching)
4. Adapted Physical Education Endorsement (for candidates seeking the Special Education Endorsement - Physical Education for Students with Disabilities) 

Overview

The program emphasis is on obtaining teaching knowledge and skills Health and Physical Education Teaching. The curriculum includes classes in; curriculum development for school health and physical education programs, implementing developmentally appropriate instruction for all learners, assessing health and physical education content knowledge and skill proficiency, using instructional technology effectively, and demonstrating the qualities of a professional Health and Physical Educator. Each concentration is comprised of tailored coursework and professional experiences according the student's prior background and professional aspirations to prepare them to meeting multiple levels of disciplinary standards including:

• The Michigan Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (MI InTASC) Model Core Teaching Standards, adopted by the State Board of Education (SBE) in 2013, define the theoretical and practical knowledge, skills, and dispositions that all entry-level teachers should possess upon completion of an approved teacher preparation program.
• Michigan-specific content standards define the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the specific discipline(s) in which teacher candidates seek endorsements, as well as pedagogical applications of that disciplinary knowledge.” “Standards for the preparation of Health and Physical Education Teachers in Michigan.”

Admission Requirements

Admission to this program is contingent upon admission to the Graduate School and the Division of Kinesiology, Health and Sport Studies. Additionally, in order to be eligible for admission, applicants must submit the following: Scores from a nationally normed test (i.e., ACT, SAT), a negative Tuberculosis (TB) test completed within the last three years,  and a Criminal History Background check completed through Castle Branch, and official undergraduate transcripts. 

Testing in the Health and Physical Education content areas are required for State Certification and completed near the end of the professional coursework. The Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) examination scores must be sent directly to Wayne State University by Evaluation Systems Group of Pearson, the MTTC testing agency. When registering for the MTTC, students should select "Wayne State University" as a "College or University to Receive Scores."

Continuing Education in Health & Physical Education

For certified Health and Physical Education teachers seeking to pursue a master’s degree in Health and PE teaching. 30 credits

Required Courses

Continuing Education seeking K-12: Health and Physical Education Teacher Certification 

For certified teachers in other areas who wish to add a K–12 Health and Physical Education endorsement to their existing Michigan teaching certificate. 51 credits

Required Courses

Initial K-12 Health and Physical Education Teacher Certification 

For individuals with a bachelor’s degree (in any field) who wish to pursue initial teacher certification in Health and Physical Education. Includes a four-month, full-time clinical experience.  64 credits

Required Courses

Adapted Physical Education (APE) Program Options: 

Required Courses