Physical Education Degree

The physical education program at St. Andrews University 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 North Carolina colleges that offer physical education degrees.

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St. Andrews University

505A Cross Creek Mall, Fayetteville, NC

St. Andrews University is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Laurinburg, North Carolina, which is a predominantly rural area. The Presbyterian Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. St. Andrews University, with only around 440 students enrolled, offers smaller class sizes and hands on instruction as part of its commitment to students.

Areas of study offered at St. Andrews University include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting any applicants that meet the minimum requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and admissions essays may be required for certain programs.

Tuition is approximately $24,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Some students at St. Andrews University may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

St. Andrews University has several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Golf

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.sapc.edu to view additional information.

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

• Fayetteville, NC
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Annual Salary: $40580

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

• Fayetteville, NC
  • Total Employment: 930
  • Average Annual Salary: $42370

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