The Department of Kinesiology has a specialized major in Physical Education and Health Teacher Education (PEHTE), leading to K-12 licensure to teach physical education in North Carolina and many other states. This program prepares future teachers by providing opportunities for observation, participation, assisting, and teaching experiences with public school students, including those with special needs.
Program Distinctions
- The Department of Kinesiology is the 4th largest department on campus, serving approximately 700 undergraduate students.
- The program is #19 nationally and #1 in North Carolina for Best Schools for Veterans Studying Physical Education, ranked by College Factual
- Faculty members in the department are ranked in the top 2% of the most influential scientists on the 2023 Stanford University List.
- Faculty are actively engaged as professors, researchers, editors, American College of Sports Medicine fellows, National Academy of Kinesiology fellows, clinicians, and scientists.
- Faculty have grants funded by the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation.
- The program is a member of the American Kinesiology Association.
The Student Experience
Throughout the program, there are opportunities for active observation, assisting teachers, peer and small group teaching, and a culminating student teaching experience with public school students, including those with special needs.
After Graduation
Graduates of approved teacher education curricula are eligible for initial licensure on the basis of UNC Greensboro’s recommendation to the State Department of Public Instruction.
Minors
Program Details
Degree Type: Bachelor's
College/School: School of Health and Human Sciences
Program Type: Majors & Concentrations
Class Type: In Person
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Contact Us
Kinesiology Department
kin@uncg.edu
Coleman Building, 2nd floor, Suite 250
1408 Walker Avenue
Greensboro, NC 27402
PEHTE
pehte@uncg.edu
Becky Kates
Undergraduate Studies Coordinator
Department of Kinesiology
336-334-5308
rekates@uncg.edu