Kinesiology, Grades EC-12 Physical Education Certification, B.S.
Teach Students the Importance of Health, Nutrition and Fitness
UHCL's Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Grades EC-12 Physical Education teacher certification provides all the skills necessary to teach physical education in school settings. We offer a rigorous program of preparation that introduces you to the fundamental scientific aspects of exercise, with advanced courses in exercise physiology, nutrition, biomechanics, resistance exercise, health promotion, peak athletic performance, and physical fitness among others. Our goal is to provide graduates with a strong academic and practical knowledge base to work in a teaching environment.
Gain the Skills to Motivate Students Through Coursework and Hands-on Experience
As Kinesiology students with a certification in Physical Education, you will complete
a directed curriculum in the Kinesiology programs in motor development and learning,
adolescent activity and sports, and teaching pedagogy courses in preparation for the
State of Texas Physical Education EC-12 teaching certification.
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Admission Requirements
University of Houston-Clear Lake's College of Human Science and Humanities wants to help you reach your educational goals. Discover the admissions requirements that will let you become the next UHCL Hawk.
- How to Apply as a Freshman Student
- How to Apply as a Transfer Student
- How to Apply as an International Student
Degree Requirements
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Deadlines for Applying
- Freshman Deadlines
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Fall
Priority - July 15
Final - August 1 -
Spring
Priority - November 1
Final - December 1 -
Summer
Priority - March 1
Final (Summer Session I & II) - May 1
- Transfer Deadlines
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Summer 2024Priority - May 1
Summer I Final - May 22
Summer II Final - June 28 -
Fall 2024Priority - August 1
Final - August 12
Returning UHCL Students - August 14 -
Spring 2025Priority - December 1
Final - January 6
Returning UHCL Students - January 8
- International Deadlines
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Fall
Priority Deadline - May 1
Extended Deadline - June 1 -
Spring
Deadline - October 1
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Summer*
Deadline - April 1
For more information regarding deferring your application, please visit Deferring International Admission.
Students interested in qualifying for scholarships &/or applying for visas outside the U.S. should apply and submit the application documents/test scores by the priority deadline
*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.
Locations
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600
Accreditations and Distinctions
The National Strength and Conditioning Association has recognized the Kinesiology curriculum as preparing students for successful entrance into the career field.
Kinesiology, Grades EC-12 Physical Education Certification, B.S. Faculty
William E. Amonette
Program Director of Kinesiology and Professor in Exercise and Health Sciences,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3381
Email: amonette@uhcl.edu
Office: Recreation & Wellness, Suite 249
Zachary Bell
Assistant Professor of Exercise and Health Science,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Email: bellz@uhcl.edu
Jason Bentley
Assistant Professor of Exercise and Health Sciences,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3461
Email: bentley@uhcl.edu
Office: RWC 249.11
Isabelle Kusters
Associate Professor, Exercise and Health Sciences,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3378
Email: kusters@uhcl.edu
Office: Recreation & Wellness Building 249
Isabel Woelfel
Lecturer in Kinesiology,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3387
Email: woelfel@uhcl.edu
Office: R249.9