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Adelphi is the only university on Long Island to offer the Master of Arts (M.A.) in Physical Education with a specialization in adapted physical education. This program prepares teachers to work with mentally and/or physically challenged students in a variety of school and activity-based environments.
The program is designed for teachers with prior K-12 certification in physical education. Those entering the program without this certification may be required to take additional courses to meet the program requirements.
This plan of study for this 36-credit course includes:
| Required Physical Education core |
12 credits |
| Adapted Physical Education core |
18 credits |
| Electives |
6 credits |
Some electives may require prior approval.
Graduates of the program receive an M.A. degree in physical education with a certificate of specialization in adapted physical education. Students who already have an M.A. in physical education may obtain the certificate of specialization. The certificate requires a minimum of 15 credits.
Entrance Requirements
It is suggested that students entering the program have a minimum 3.0 GPA. All students are required to submit a position paper or plan of study within the first 12 credits. Prior to registering for courses each semester, all students enrolled in the program must contact Associate Professor Ellen Marie Kowalski at 516.877.4265 or by email at kowalski@adelphi.edu
Field Experience
Courses in the Adapted Physical Education Core program include working with children in physical activity-based contexts. Students who do not have the appropriate prior experience working with children in physical activity-based contexts will be required to do so in a separate fieldwork in adapted physical education course. The selected field experience and schedule will be identified by the program adviser.
Program Requirements
- Students are also required to serve an internship.
- The final project must incorporate students with disabilities.
Degree Requirement
All students must take the Adapted Physical Educational National Standards (APENS) examination prior to graduation.
Contact
For additional information, please contact:
Ellen Marie Kowalski
Associate Professor
Woodruff Hall
p - 516.877.4265
e - kowalski@adelphi.edu
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