The Kinesiology major and all the concentrations are accredited by Middle States and are approved programs by the NYS Department of Education. In addition, the Teacher Certification concentration is accredited by NCATE and the Athletic Training concentration is accredited by CAATE. For more information on AKA, go to www.americankinesiology.org.

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Department of Kinesiology, Sport Studies, and Physical Education (KSSPE)

Undergraduate Majors and Concentrations

Adapted Physical Education (concentration)

The concentration in Adapted Physical Education prepares the graduate for a teaching position in the filed, provides a background for graduate study and provides elective opportunities for physical education majors. Students must apply for admission into the program.

Athletic Training

CAATE accredited major. Includes supervised clinical experiences in athletic training room settings and field settings. Students are assigned to approved clinical instructors (ACI's) in order to gain "hands-on" experience in a variety of clinical settings.

Exercise Physiology

For students interested in fitness-related careers and/or graduate study in the exercise sciences. Students may seek certification from the American College of Sports Medicine or the National Strength & Conditioning Association.

Kinesiology

The Kinesiology major is constructed upon the cornerstones of motor skill and physical fitness. Students learn the principles of acquiring skill and fitness, seek to improve their own levels of skill and fitness, and learn to appreciate the contributions of skill and fitness to human development.

Physical Education Teacher Education

Teacher education major in physical education and sport provide pedagogical experiences for students who are interested in obtaining certification to teach P-12 physical education and or teach adapted physical education and coach in schools. The teacher education major leads to the New York state initial teaching and coaching certification for P-12.

Sport Management

Curriculum is supplemented by coursework options in business, communication and other related fields. Students intern in areas of personal professional interest.

Coaching Minor

Notably for non-majors and liberal arts majors who are interested in obtaining coaching certification in athletics. Students are certified by the New York State Department of Education to coach in schools.