As a UNC grad, you'll follow in the footsteps of hundreds of alumni who have gone on to successful careers as?physical education teachers.?

UNC?s professional physical education teacher education program stands out for its high degree of hands-on field experience. You?ll start working directly with K-12 students in your sophomore year, leading to more than 800 hundreds of hours of practical experience. Our small class sizes ensure direct faculty attention and one-on-one mentoring. You?ll complete a student teaching assignment in your senior year, entering the job market with a strong resume, a bachelor?s degree that employers respect, and all the prerequisites you need to earn a teaching license.

The bachelor?s degree in Sport and Exercise Science program with Physical Education K-12 Teaching emphasis is nationally recognized by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE). The program includes coursework in physiology, biomechanics, and social and psychological development. You?ll also take courses in teaching methodologies for net, wall, target and invasion games, as well as individual activities such as weight training, track and field, and dance.