Physical Education Degree

The physical education program at Doane University – Crete 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 Nebraska colleges that offer physical education degrees.

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Doane University – Crete

2500 California Plaza, Omaha, NE

Doane University- Crete is a nonprofit private school that has a large selection of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Crete, NE, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately 1000 students are enrolled annually at Doane University- Crete.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Visual And Performing Arts
• History
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to Doane University- Crete score in a range of 20 to 26 on the ACT. This school has an admissions rate of around 83 percent of which only 27 percent chose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at doane.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $26,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,000 annually. Some students at Doane University- Crete may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at Doane University- Crete through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)

Students can visit the Doane University - Crete website to obtain a complete list of programs offered, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Doane University – Crete offers a bachelor's degree program in physical education.

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

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

• Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Annual Salary: $49790

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

• Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Annual Salary: $49830

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