The Teacher Education B.S. - Physical Education - Lifelong Learning Track (non-certification) program is specifically focused on students who wish to use their knowledge of Physical Education to pursue educational careers outside of traditional schools. The Lifelong Learning Track prepares graduates for employment in a broad spectrum of professional opportunities including non-profits and non-traditional educational agencies. The Lifelong Learning Track is appropriate for students seeking opportunities for employment outside formal, K-12 schools that do not require certification.
Admission Requirements
- Complete the University General Education requirements or its equivalent, i.e., an AA degree from an approved Florida College System or State University System institution.
- Have a minimum 2.5 overall GPA.
- Complete the EDF 2005 Introduction to Teaching Profession with a minimum letter grade of "C-" (1.75) or better.
- Meet the Gordon Rule Requirement.
- Meet the Foreign Language Admission Requirement.
Degree Requirements
- Students should see an advisor prior to registering for classes.
- The courses designated in 1 (UCF General Education Program), 2 (Education Common Program Prerequisites), and 3 (Core Requirements: Basic Level) should be completed prior to admission to the major and upper division education courses.
Degree Requirements
Core Requirements: Basic Level
17 Total Credits
- Complete all of the following
- A grade of "C-" (1.75) or better is required. BSC 2010C - Biology I (4) and CHM 2045C - Chemistry Fundamentals I (4) are required and can be met with GEP.
- Complete the following:
- ZOO3736C - Exercise Physiology Anatomy (4)
- EDG2000 - Careers in K-12 Education (3)
- PCB3703C - Human Physiology (4)
- PEO2011 - Team Sports (3)
- Complete at least 1 of the following:
- EDF2130 - Child and Adolescent Development for Educators (3)
- EDP2270 - Adult Development & Learning (3)
Core Requirements: Advanced Level
0 Total Credits
- A grade of "C-" (1.75) or better is required.
Education Core Requirements
24 Total Credits
- Complete all of the following
- Students must apply and be approved to take EDG 4942. Applications should be submitted in the semester prior to taking this course. For further information regarding EDG 4942, students should meet with their academic advisor.
- Complete the following:
- EDG4410 - Teaching Strategies and Classroom Management (3)
- EDF4467 - Learning Theory and Assessment (3)
- TSL4080 - Theory and Practice of Teaching ESOL Students in Schools (3)
- RED4043 - Content Reading in Kindergarten through Grade 12 (3)
- PET4710 - Methods for Physical Activity for Children and Adolescents (3)
- APK3200 - Motor Development and Learning (3)
- APK4112 - Exercise Physiology I (3)
- EDG4942 - Lifelong Learning Education Internship (3)
Lifelong Learning Track Specialization Requirements
38 Total Credits
- Complete all of the following
- Select preferred specialization courses with advisor approval. A minimum of nine (9) hours must be taken in the content area. A minimum of twelve (12) hours must be taken in Education coursework (prefix EDF, EDG, EEX, PET, TSL, RED). Substitutions are allowed with advisor approval. A grade of "C-" (1.75) or better is required. Must have a total of 42 or more hours of upper level courses to graduate.
- Earn at least 38 credits from the following:
- HUN2201 - Fundamentals of Human Nutrition (3)
- PEM2134C - Adventure Recreation (2)
- PET3768 - Group Exercise Instruction (3)
- PET3820 - Teaching Sports Skills I (3)
- APK4103 - Kinetic Anatomy (3)
- PET4401 - Administration and Evaluation in Physical Education and Sport (3)
- APK4119 - Exercise Prescription for Special Populations (3)
- EDG4941 - Directed Field Experience (1 - 8)
- EDG4948 - Service Learning (3)
- CCJ3024 - Criminal Justice System (3)
- CCJ4651 - Drugs and Crime (3)
- CCJ4670 - Women and Crime (3)
- CJE3001 - Careers in Criminal Justice (4)
- CJE3444 - Crime Prevention (3)
- DEP2004 - Developmental Psychology (3)
- DEP3464 - Psychology of Aging (3)
- DIG2000 - Introduction to Digital Media (3)
- EAB3703 - Principles of Behavior Modification (3)
- ECT4184 - Curriculum Development Techniques for Industry Training (3)
- EXP3250 - Principles of Human Factors Psychology (3)
- EXP3604 - Cognitive Psychology (3)
- HFT1000 - Introduction to the Hospitality and Tourism Industry (3)
- HFT2750 - The Event Industry (3)
- HFT3798 - Fairs and Festivals (3)
- HFT4754 - Exhibit and Trade Show Operations (3)
- HIM3006 - Foundations of Health Information Management (HIM) (3)
- HSC3537 - Medical Terminology (3)
- PLA3014 - Law and the Legal System (3)
- PLA3108 - Legal Research (3)
- PLA3155 - Legal Writing (3)
- PLA3306 - Criminal Law (3)
- PLA3951H - Honors Moot Court (3)
- PLA4020 - Law and Society (3)
- SPC3445 - Leadership Through Oral Communication (3)
- SPC4331 - Nonverbal Communication (3)
- APK3402 - Motivational Aspects of Athletic Performance (3)
- APK2160 - Facts and Fallacies in Exercise and Nutrition (3)
- PEM2104 - Personal Fitness and Wellness (3)
- PEM2131 - Strength Resistance Training (2)
- PEM2402 - Beginning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (2)
- PEM2431 - Beginning Judo (2)
- PEM2432 - Intermediate Judo (2)
- APK3174 - Personal Training Methods (3)
- PET4143 - Current Issues & Trends in Kinesiology (3)
- SPM3504 - Risk Management and Administrative Responsibilities in Kinesiology (3)
Grand Total Credits: 79