Physical Education Degree

The physical education program at Carroll College 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 Montana colleges that offer physical education degrees.

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Carroll College

Also known as Carroll Montana

240 West Idaho, Kalispell, MT

Carroll College is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Helena, Montana, in a predominantly rural area. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled per year at Carroll Montana.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Carroll Montana offers:

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Students may take either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score within the range of 1490 - 1810 on the SAT, or 22 - 27 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. 72% of students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 30% choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at carroll.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $28,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their costs. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $4,500. Some students at Carroll College may qualify for financial aid, which is generally provided as grants or student loans.

The Carroll Montana Saints participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)

Students can visit the Carroll Montana website to get a complete list of programs offered, financial aid details, and more.

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

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

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

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