Physical Activity and Recreation Programming Minor (FCS)

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Physical Activity and Recreation Programming Minor Core

Program Directors
Heidi Henschel Pellett, EdD, physical education and school health
Barbara Masberg, PhD, recreation and tourism

Program Advisors
Debra D’Acquisto, MA, physical activity
Robert Perkins, EdD, recreation and tourism

This interdisciplinary physical activity and recreation programming minor is designed for students who want to instruct and direct activities in various settings, such as, parks and recreation, nonprofit organizations, cruise lines, resorts, and other active lifestyle organizations.

Admission Requirements
Applications are accepted throughout the academic year. To be admitted to the minor, all students must have a cumulative grade point average of a 2.75. For the application procedure, contact a program director in Physical Education and School Health or Recreation and Tourism to complete a specific application form. All courses in the minor require a grade of a C or higher.

Required Courses

PESH 341 - Characteristics of Effective Physical Education Teaching Credits: (3)
PESH 343 - Pedagogical Application of Teaching Styles and Systematic Reflection Credits: (3)
PESH 356 - Teaching Lifelong Physical Activity Pursuits Credits: (3)
PESH 456 - Facilitating and Leading Adventure Activities in the Schools Credits: (2)
RTE 484 - Legal Liability and Risk Management Credits: (4)

Physical Activity and Recreation Programming Minor (FCS)

Physical Activity and Recreation Programming Minor Core

Required Courses

Select from one of the following Credits: (3)

Select from one of the following Credits: (3-4)

Select from one of the following Credits: (2-4)

Select from one the following Credits: (3-5)

Choose certifications totaling Credits: (3)

Total Credits: 29-34

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