Admission to the Program
Prior to admission to any graduate program at Valdosta State University, applicants must first submit a completed application to the Graduate School. A completed application packet includes official transcripts from all institutions previously attended, completed application form, fee, and any additional program requirements submitted by the admission deadline. Students will be eligible to enroll with a completed degree from an accredited program and a 2.75 GPA. To be considered for the preferred term, all required materials must be received by the Graduate School no later that the close of business on the deadline. It is the responsibility of the applicant to allow adequate time for document submission and to ensure receipt of documents.
Admission Deadlines
Fall Deadline: July 15
Spring Deadline: November 15
Summer Deadline: March 15
Requirements for the M.A.T. with a Major in Health and Physical Education
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| EDUC 2999 | Teacher Education Requirements | 0 |
| KSPE 2150 | First Aid - CPR | 2 |
| KSPE 1011 | Personal Fitness | 1 |
| KSPE 6101 | Foundations and Technology in Health and Physical Education | 3 |
| KSPE 6150 | Applied Sports Science | 3 |
| KSPE 6200 | Nutrition for Health and Human Performance | 3 |
| KSPE 6220 | Management of Physical Education Programs | 3 |
| KSPE 6301 | Contemporary and Comprehensive Health Issues | 3 |
| KSPE 6401 | Instructional Planning and Evaluation | 3 |
| KSPE 6700 | Elementary Physical Education Methods and Content | 3 |
| KSPE 6710 | Middle Grades & Secondary Physical Education Health Methods & Content | 3 |
| KSPE 6911 | Diversity in Sport and Physical Education | 3 |
| KSPE 6790 | Student Teaching in Health and Physical Education | 5 |
| or KSPE 6890 | Internship in Health and Physical Education | |
| KSPE 6800 | Student Teaching Seminar in Health and Physical Education | 1 |
| or KSPE 6900 | Internship Seminar in Health and Physical Education | |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
