Physical Education Degree

The physical education program at Mohawk Valley Community College – Utica Branch prepares students for careers teaching physical education in elementary, middle, or secondary school. The program focuses on planning and implementing a variety of developmentally appropriate instructional strategies to develop physically educated individuals, based on state and national standards. Program courses include: personal health and wellness, foundation of movement and motor activities, biology, prevention and care of athletic injuries, and individual and team sports skills. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer physical education degrees.

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Mohawk Valley Community College – Utica Branch (MVCC)

1842 State St, Schenectady, NY

Offering a diverse and innovative learning environment with global view, Mohawk Valley Community College is a public institution which provides quality and affordable education.

MVCC is a unit of the 64-campus State University of New York System (SUNY) located in 1011 Sherman Drive, Utica, New York. The Mohawk Valley boasts of great hillside valley scenery and the City of Utica with many cultural and recreational sites for you to enjoy.

Having an estimated student population of 6,500 which hails from nearby counties, states and other parts of the world, it is the largest college between Albany and Syracuse.

For more than 60 years, Mohawk Valley Community College has been offering exceptional academic programs. You can choose from its offering of more than 90 two-year degree and certificate programs in technical and semi-professional careers in business, social service, health care and other industries.

And among its broad network of support services are: carpool, in-campus housing, off-campus housing assistance, financial aid, disability services, adult learner services, academic advisement, multi-cultural and international student assistance, transfer services and career counseling. It has various scholarships offered and Returning Adult Student Association (RASA) for adult learners. MVCC is also conducive for persons with disabilities as the campus is on level ground and all buildings are made accessible to them.

All students are encouraged to participate in enriching activities, clubs and organizations, and intercollegiate and intramural sports.

With these range of educational options, supportive environment and vibrant campus life, the College can fully prepare you holistically for immediate employment or smooth transition to 4-year institutions.

Here in Mohawk Valley Community College, you can be assured of your personal, cultural, and professional development.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. MVCC has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Annual Salary: $52410

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Annual Salary: $65220

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Annual Salary: $64370

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).