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Health and Physical Education BS
Our Health and Physical Education bachelor's degree puts your career in motion.
Inspire wellness in others, with our Health and Physical Education bachelor's degree.
Combining traditional daytime/in-person teacher preparation courses with elements of health, science, kinesiology and more, this four-year Bachelor of Science in Health and Physical Education prepares students to be leaders in both the classroom and the gymnasium.
High-Demand Health and Physical Education Careers
- Physical Education Teacher
- Adapted Physical Education Teacher
- Health Teacher
- Athletic Coach
- Health/Wellness Coach
- Wellness Program Coordinator
Why Earn a Health and Physical Education Bachelor's Degree at Rhode Island College?
- RIC's Health and Physical Education program, which includes a coaching minor, is a leader in providing innovative, skills-based teacher preparation.
- Our faculty are dynamic educators who model best teaching practices and provide hands-on learning, skills training, and field experience.
- Our Health and Physical Education majors get the preparation needed for certification to teach health and physical education and adapted physical education.
- Topics covered include: exercise science, nutrition, motor development and learning, sexual health, kinesiology and drug education.
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RIC is the only higher education institution in Rhode Island to have a Health and Physical Education Bachelor of Science program that's fully approved by the Rhode Island Department of Education.
Our Health and Physical Education Faculty
Dr. Susan A. Clark
- Assistant Professor
Dr. Soumyadeep Mukherjee
- Associate Professor
Dr. Kristen R. Pepin
- Assistant Professor
Ms. Stacie A. Zamperini
- Assistant Professor
Ensuring That You'll be Ready
Susan Clark
“RIC is the only higher education institution in Rhode Island with health and physical education programs fully approved by the Rhode Island Department of Education. Our innovative programs will have you ready to receive your certifications to teach pre-K-12 upon graduation.”
– Assistant Professor and Chair of Health and Physical Education
Program's Strength and Reputation Were the Draw
Senior Eli Gouin credits his health and physical education professors for guiding his path forward.
Program Details
Course Information
To pursue our Health and Physical Education BS, you will first apply to Rhode Island College through our general Admissions & Financial Aid processes. You will then apply to our Feinstein School of Education and Human Development, once you are a RIC student and have completed several introductory courses.
Minor in Coaching
Declaring a minor allows you to explore other areas of interest and make interdisciplinary connections. Minor areas at RIC complement and reinforce all major areas of study. By declaring a minor, you can set yourself apart as a candidate for job, internship and volunteer opportunities.
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Department of Health and Physical Education
The Department of Health and Physical Education offers innovative undergraduate and graduate programs for students interested in improving health status and promoting wellness and fitness in school and/or community settings.
- phone401-456-8046
- placeThe Murray Center