Summary
The Physical and Health Education major within the College of Education and Human Development is designed to prepare educators to promote health and wellness through physical activity, education and exercise. The program prepares students as a pre-service teacher candidate to be certified in both physical education and health education at the K-12 levels in Michigan.
Program Stats
97%
of College of Education and Human Development graduates working full time have a job related to their degree
98%
of College of Education and Human Development graduates participated in Experience-Driven Learning
95%
of College of Education and Human Development graduates working are satisfied with their job
Pursue a Bachelor of Science in Physical and Health Education
Are you passionate about working with children? Do you want to teach and empower students to live health lifestyles? Then the Bachelor of Science in Physical and Health Education is right for you. Join our community of educators and start making a lasting impact on the well-being of the next generation.
Through the Department of Human Performance and Health Education, you will be equipped with the tools needed to pursue a career teaching health, physical activity and wellbeing. You'll gain the practical skills in developing curriculum, implementing hands-on learning experiences, managing students and more. Through classroom learning and real-world experience, you will be well-prepared to purse a variety of rewarding career opportunities in and outside of schools.
What you’ll learn
You'll gain the knowledge and skills to become a physically and health-literate educator, capable of designing and implementing developmentally-appropriate learning experiences for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. You'll learn how to align these experiences with state and national standards and effectively assess student learning to inform your future teaching.
Student quote
I think it's a fun, energetic, exciting and accepting program. If you really want to work with kids at any age level, the program really helps you.
Where you’ll be after graduation
Upon completion of this Bachelor of Science degree, you will be qualified to work in schools (K-12) or other settings such as community, corporate or private organizations (e.g., YMCA, sport facilities) that require educating others, curriculum development and/or the administration of physical and health education programs.
For 95% of College of Education and Human Development grads, they got that job or got into that graduate school program after graduation. That is because your journey of self-discovery begins the moment you step on campus. At WMU's Career and Student Employment Services, career specialists help you align your passions and abilities with future careers and advanced degrees. They will connect you to practical experiences like internships, job shadowing, research projects and professional mentors.
What others have achieved
Learn about the successful journeys of recent program graduates and the advice they have to share for prospective WMU students.
Meet McKenna
Passionate about helping others, McKenna is combining her interests in education and physical fitness to teach students about living healthy lifestyles.
Meet Jimmy
Wanting to share his excitement for health, Jimmy joined the physical and health education program to share his knowledge and inspire others.
Making the most of your learning experience
In the College of Education and Human Development, you'll embark on an incredible journey of experiential learning that goes beyond textbooks. Collaborating closely with faculty members, you'll dive into cutting-edge research, fieldwork and professional pursuits. Pushing the boundaries of the traditional classroom, you'll gain practical skills and make a tangible impact.
As a Physical and Health Education major, you'll have the opportunity to become a highly skilled and passionate educator who empowers individuals of all ages to lead healthy and active lives. Built into the program are experiences to work in local schools and organizations to practice and implement what you've learned in your classes.
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Are scholarships available?
Yes! You've put in the hard work—now it's time to see your reward.
Scholarships are an excellent way to help the reduce the costs of higher education. Whether you are entering college for the first time, transferring to WMU from another institution or returning from a gap in your education, be sure to check out our scholarship options. Students earn scholarships for financial need, academic success and promoting multicultural awareness. Most are offered on a competitive basis.
