Re: Pursuing a Phy. Ed Degree at 45 yrs. old

Kristin

Posted on 7/26/10

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On 6/23/10, CMFArdmore wrote:
> I have a BS degree in History from 1983. Over the past 4
> years I have been coaching middle school girls field
> hockey, basketball and LaCrosse. Some of my past sports: In
> 1992 I competed in Olympic Trials for Rowing. I would like
> to teach Phys. Ed to Elememtary school/Middle School
> students. What is the fastest, cheapest way to get the
> credentials I need?

I have a bachelor's in Exercise Science and am returning to
school for PE. Congrats on your decision! I initially
wanted to get a Masters in PE, but in my area found that,
despite my background in fitness, I needed 2 years of
teaching experience to enter a Masters program. Therefore, I
am returning to a university that offers the PE degree as
either an undergrad OR as a post-bacc certification program.
Both tracks are about 2 years and will allow me to teach when
completed, but the undergrad degree includes a minor of my
choice (coaching, health, adaptive phys ed, etc) which will
make me more marketable.
I do agree with Linda that need to uphold the creditability
of physical education for our children. A healthy lifestyle
should be PROACTIVE, not RETROACTIVE! We are responisble for
showing kids that being healthy is fun and can be a way of
life.
My suggestion to you is to research universities in your
area. If you hold a bachelors degree, you can most likely
enter a 2-year program. Best of luck!

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