Health Education and Physical Education, Dual Degree with BS in Wellness and Adventure Education (M.S.) (No longer admitting students - being taught out)

This is a program of study for candidates seeking the New York State certification to teach health education and physical education, to coach, or to seek employment in adventure education, sports, as well as community health and wellness careers. Students will be taught a range of methods by which health promotion can be achieved. In particular, this program emphasizes adventure education which involves structured learning exercises characterized by perceived risk or challenge (including low and high ropes courses) and reflection.  Please note that the Teacher Education track requires moderate physical activity including running, jumping, climbing, and tumbling. This program is offered at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Students will be admitted into the dual degree program as first year students and must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75 in their first two years and have a GPA of 3.0 at the end of their Junior Year. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required in years 4 and 5.

NOTE: All new applicants must review the admission prerequisite and requirements