Physical Education

The Physical Education program prepares professionals to develop, teach, and promote fitness and wellness programs. Students learn to use exercise, sport, games, and dance in age-appropriate programs for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Through a multidisciplinary approach, students gain the skills necessary to work with individuals and diverse groups in a variety of settings such as schools, community health centers, hospitals, recreation centers, and the workplace. Students may specialize as coaches, teachers, or adapted physical educators. A teaching practicum and field experience are required.

Physical Education Degrees Available:

• M.A. in Physical Education — Teaching Physical Education, for students with prior New York State teacher certification
• M.A. in Physical Education — Teaching Adapted Physical Education, for students with prior New York State teacher certification
• M.A. in Physical Education (GATE), for students without prior New York State 323 certification

For more information, contact:

Ronald Feingold
Chair, Health Studies, Physical Education, and Human Performance Science
Director, Physical Education
Woodruff Hall, Room 168
p – 516-877-4764
e – feingold@adelphi.edu