B.S./M.A.T. - PHETE Concentration Requirements

The Physical & Health Education Teacher Education (PHETE) concentration is committed to educating future leaders in the profession of teaching through physical & health education. The program encourages the student to advocate for effective educational changes, work collaboratively and collectively for social change, and value continue professional growth.

The PHETE concentration is a five-year Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program. Upon successful completion of the first four years students earn a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in kinesiology. The fifth-year MAT degree provides the requisite courses to obtain a VA state teaching license in Physical and Health Education (PK-12). It is necessary to be admitted to both the JMU teacher education program and the PHETE program prior to enrolling in professional education courses. Specific requirements are available from the PHETE coordinator. This concentration is influenced by the guidelines established by CAEP/SHAPE America & the JMU Professional Education Conceptual Framework.

PHETE Professional Competencies

PHETE Student Teaching Experiences

The teacher candidate is required to complete two student teaching experiences for the program. The application process for student teaching takes place during the junior and senior years. The first experience is 8 weeks in an elementary placement during the spring semester of senior year. The graduate internship consists of an 8-week placement at a middle or high school teaching both health and physical education. The placement process is explained in detail on the Education Support Center Website.

PHETE Program of Study

A complete overview of the Physical and Health Education Teacher Education (PHETE) curriculum, including recommended courses for each year, can be found in the course catalog.

B.S./M.A.T. in the PHETE Concentration Requirements - JMU Catalog

Typically, students complete their general education and pre-requisite requirements during their first two years at JMU. Beginning in their junior year, students will be primarily enrolled in required major classes. It should be noted that the PHETE program is a 5-year program, culminating with a Master of Arts in Teaching and eligibility for licensure. There are required summer courses between the 4th and 5th year.

Students should consult the course catalog and work with their academic advisor to determine the appropriate sequence of courses.

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