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Kinesiology, Grades EC-12 Physical Education Certification, B.S.

The Kinesiology, Grades EC-12 Physical Education Certification, B.S. program is no longer accepting students.


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.


Degree Requirements

Kinesiology, Grades EC-12 Physical Education Certification, B.S.

Locations

University of Houston-Clear Lake

University of Houston-Clear Lake

2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600

About UHCL

 

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
William E. Amonette

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

William E. Amonette Faculty Bio

Zachary Bell
Zachary Bell

Zachary Bell

Assistant Professor of Exercise and Health Science,
Human Sciences and Humanities

Email: bellz@uhcl.edu

Zachary Bell Faculty Bio

Jason Bentley
Jason Bentley

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

Jason Bentley Faculty Bio

Isabelle Kusters
Isabelle Kusters, Ph.D., MPH

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

Isabelle Kusters Faculty Bio

Isabel Woelfel
Isabel Woelfel

Isabel Woelfel

Lecturer in Kinesiology,
Human Sciences and Humanities

Contact number: 281-283-3387
Email: woelfel@uhcl.edu
Office: R249.9

Isabel Woelfel Faculty Bio