Physical Education
- Faculty and Staff
- Physical Education Program, Mission & Philosophy
- Physical Education Major
- Physical Education Major - Physical Education EC-A Teacher Certification Requirements
- Adaptive Education Certification: Physical Education EC-A Certification Requirements
- Physical Education Major - Exercise Science concentration Requirements
- Physical Education Major - Community/Public Health Promotion concentration (comprehensive) Requirements
- Coaching Minor Requirements
- Health Education Minor -- EC-A Teacher Certification Requirements
- Health Education Minor -- MC-EA Teacher Certification Requirements
- Health Minor Requirements
- Health and Human Performance Minor Requirements
- Sport Management Minor Requirements
- Student Learning Outcomes
Faculty and Staff 
Glenn R. Carlson, Department Chair, Assistant Professor
James M. Geidner, Associate Professor
Jay R. Johnson, Associate Professor
Danielle Karvonen, Senior Lecturer
David F. Kroll, Assistant Professor
Kim Lebard-Rankila, Senior Lecturer
Donald Mulhern, Lecturer/Head Women's Basketball Coach
Raymond Reinertsen, Senior Lecturer
William F. Simpson, Associate Professor
Physical Education Program, Mission & Philosophy
The Health and Human Performance Department (HHP) offers a Physical Education Major program which includes the following concentrations: Physical Education (EC-A Teaching Certification), Exercise Science (non- comprehensive - requires a minor) and, Community/Public Health Promotion. Minors are available in Coaching, Health (liberal arts), Health Education, Health and Human Performance, Sports Management, and Early Childhood.
HHP Mission Statement
The mission of the Health and Human Performance Department is to provide students with a knowledge base, creating a positive attitude and lifelong skills in the seven dimensions of wellness: physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual, career, social and environmental (i.e. personal health) as part of the liberal arts educational foundation. Programs in the Health and Human Performance Department seek to serve all students in a caring educational environment toward liberal arts studies in physical education and health and/or pre-professional studies as physical education health, early childhood, or non-teaching allied health professionals.
Philosophy Statement
The Health and Human Performance Department believes in the education of the total person, body, soul and spirit in that:
- Developing a knowledge base and critical thinking skills concerning responsibility for individual wellness is critical for all human beings.
- All students should be given the opportunity to develop a positive attitude toward healthy behaviors for a lifetime.
- Learning takes place best when there is an emotional attachment; therefore, students need to be engaged in the curriculum.
- Attitudes are caught not taught; teachers must be excited about their courses and the environment in which they teach.
- As we learn to move, we move to learn; and we all have the responsibility to become aware of and learn to respect diversity among people.
- The teaching-learning process is a two-way street; the student-teacher relationship should revolve around good, honest communication, valued learning experiences and assessments, and should bring about expected outcomes for both parties.
We strongly recommend that all majors retain textbooks, course notes and major papers in each of the major courses. These materials will be important assets in other courses in your major and/or minor.
All students with majors or minors in Physical Education and Health must earn a grade of C or better in all required courses in the major and/or minor.
Students seeking teacher certification must meet the requirements detailed in the Teacher Education sections of this catalog.
Liberal Education Requirement
To fulfill the Liberal Education Requirement, all students must successfully complete HHP 102 Health and Wellness. Students with medical restrictions should contact the coordinator of HHP 102 labs before the first lab session. Physical Education majors and minors must earn a grade of C+ or better in HHP 102.
Prerequisites
Students should note that several Health and Human Performance courses at the 200, 300 and 400 levels have specific course prerequisites. These prerequisites are indicated in the Course Descriptions portion of this catalog.
Experiential Learning - Fieldwork - Internship
The faculty of the Health and Human Performance Department believe that a well-designed and meaningful work experience, which builds on the academic foundation provided by a college education, can greatly enhance the total learning experience and facilitate the transition from college to the professional world. Academic credits awarded for Fieldwork, Experiential Learning, range from 1-12. Credits for Internship range from 10-20. Students interested in Internship should read the Health and Human Performance Internship Handbook and contact the instructor for additional information.
Senior Experience
This culminating senior year project integrates and synthesizes the student's coursework (theories, concepts, skill competencies) into a formal project and experience to be presented on Senior Presentation day which is scheduled at the end of each semester.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to maintain academic integrity in meeting requirements for an undergraduate degree. Evidence of academic misconduct may result in certain sanctions, such as failure in a course or dismissal from the program. Chapter 14 of the UW-Superior Student Disciplinary Procedures of the Wisconsin Administrative Code for the University of Wisconsin System outlines the procedures for identifying academic misconduct and the appropriate sanctions.
Immoral Conduct - Incompetency
A student may be denied admission to the certification program under Wisconsin Administration Code for the Department of Public Instruction PI 34.35 dealing with Incompetency and Immoral Conduct. Recommendations for certification can also be denied under the same statute.
The following are statutory definitions: "Immoral Conduct" means conduct or behavior which is contrary to commonly accepted moral or ethical standards and endangers the health, welfare and safety or education of any pupil. "Incompetency" means a pattern of inadequate performance of duties or the lack of ability, legal qualifications or fitness to discharge required duties, and which endangers the health, welfare, safety or education of any pupils.
See Course Descriptions for information on required courses.
Physical Education Major
Physical Education Major - Physical Education EC-A Teacher Certification Requirements
(Formerly K-12 Teacher Certification)
59 total credits
The Physical Education Major, EC-A Licensure program, follows the teacher certification policies and guidelines established by the UW-Superior Teacher Education Program. HHP 110, Introduction to HHP Majors/Minors, helps students interested in the program to understand its requirements. Upper-level courses are then required in both departments.
Students seeking EC-A teacher certification are required to take selected courses in Physical Education and Teacher Education in a prescribed sequence. It is critical the sequence be followed. Taking courses out of sequence or missing required courses can result in significant delay in completing degree requirements. See your advisor for information on the program requirements and a suggested four-year plan.
*Certification in Lifeguarding and WSI is highly recommended (HHP 312/HHP 413)
Required activity courses (17 credits required):
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Required professional theory courses (42 credits required):
Requirements for Secondary or K-12 Teacher Certification
The professional requirements for secondary or K-12 teacher certification students consist of courses in the Teacher Education programs, appropriate methods courses in the major and minor areas, and student teaching. Students are required to take the methods course(s) prescribed for their minor(s), when different from those required for the major.
Professional Education required courses (26 credits required):
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Methods courses in major or minor fields -- 2-4 credits
Teaching Experience required course (12 credits required in one of the following):
Note: It is recommended that T ED 339 be taken in the junior or senior year and prior to the special methods courses. Music majors should check with the Music Department for special requirements. Because special methods courses may not be offered every year, it may be necessary to take the methods course before T ED 339 is taken. The student should consult with his or her advisor to determine whether this is permitted. Before the student is allowed to take the special methods in the majors/minors, he or she must check whether he or she is required to have successfully completed the admission process to the Teacher Education programs.
Note: T ED 407 is required for students seeking Wisconsin EA-A certification and, strongly recommended for students seeking Wisconsin EC-A (pre-K-post high school) certification).
Adaptive Education Certification: Physical Education EC-A Certification Requirements
13.5 total credits
In addition to completing the EC-A Certification in Physical Education, students must also complete the following to be certified in Exceptional Education: Physical Education.
Required courses (13.5 credits required):
Physical Education Major - Exercise Science concentration Requirements
The Exercise Science concentration is an entry-level professional preparation program that prepares students to enter into the exercise professions including health/wellness and clinical areas. It also prepares those students wishing to pursue graduate education in the exercise professions as well as related careers such as athletic training, physical therapy and the medical professions. Course work includes basic and applied sciences, nutrition, exercise physiology, electrocardiography, exercise assessment/testing and prescription, research and hands on experiences. This major requires a minor that supports the student's individual needs.
37 total credits
Required courses (34 credits required):
HHP 100 - 200 - Activity Courses -- 2 credits (HHP 133 is NOT allowed)
Electives (3 credits required)
300-400 level courses only
Physical Education Major - Community/Public Health Promotion concentration (comprehensive) Requirements
52 total credits
The Community/Public Health Promotion concentration provides a solid foundational curriculum combined with practical experience through internship. Students majoring in community/public health promotion may seek jobs in health fields including public health educators/coordinators, human resource services, employee wellness, community wellness/fitness/education, county health departments, federal government agencies, as well as many other health and wellness related areas. The Community/Public Health Promotion curriculum has been aligned with the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) national standards.
Required courses (43 credits required):
Electives (9 credits required)
Students may choose to fulfill their 9 elective credits by working towards one or a combination of the focus areas listed below depending on their professional career goals. Other courses not listed below can be substituted and count as part of the 9 credits in consultation with your advisor.
Public Health Focus
Designed to support careers associated with public health programming, public health education, work site wellness programs, community education through hospitals, non-profit organizations, governmental health programs that strive to support health across all ages, and other public health orientated professions.
Maternal Child Health Focus
Designed to support careers associated with the facilitation and supervision of infant and youth health programs, maternal education programs offered through hospitals, infant and youth non-profit programs, government agencies that support infant and maternal welfare, and other programs that require a strong understanding of infant and youth physical and mental health issues.
Environmental/Epidemiology Focus
Coaching Minor Requirements
(Meets Wisconsin and Minnesota Coaching Certification Requirements.)
26 total credits
Required courses (26 credits required):
COAC 241-249 - Coaching of Specific Sports -- 2 credits
Health Education Minor -- EC-A Teacher Certification Requirements
(Formerly K-12 Teacher Certification)
31 total credits
Required courses (31 credits required):
Professional Requirements for Secondary or K-12 Teacher Certification
The professional requirements for secondary or K-12 teacher certification students consist of courses in the Teacher Education programs, appropriate methods courses in the major and minor areas, and student teaching. Students are required to take the methods course(s) prescribed for their minor(s), when different from those required for the major.
Professional Education required courses (26 credits required):
AND
Methods courses in major and minor fields - 2 - 4 credits
Teaching Experience required course (12 credits required in one of the following):
T ED 339 - It is recommended that T ED 339 be taken in the junior or senior year and prior to the special methods courses. Music majors should check with the Music Department for special requirements. Because special methods courses may not be offered every year, it may be necessary to take the methods course before T ED 339 is taken. The student should consult with his or her advisor to determine whether this is permitted. Before the student is allowed to take the special methods in the majors/minors, he or she must check whether he or she is required to have successfully completed the admission process to the Teacher Education programs.
T ED 407 - Required for students seeking Wisconsin EA-A certification and, strongly recommended for students seeking Wisconsin EC-A (pre-K-post high school) certification.
Health Education Minor -- MC-EA Teacher Certification Requirements
(Formerly K-9 Teacher Certification)
For Elementary Education Majors Only
26 total credits
Required courses (26 credits required):
Health Minor Requirements
23 total credits
Required Courses (23 credits required):
Health and Human Performance Minor Requirements
23 total credits
Required courses (23 credits required):
Activity Courses - 4 credits (HHP 133 is NOT allowed)
Human Performance theory courses - 6 credits
Sport Management Minor Requirements
22 total credits
Required courses (17 credits required):
Elective courses (2 credits required):
Communication Elective courses (3 credits required):
Student Learning Outcomes
The University of Wisconsin - Superior Health and Human Performance programs hope to develop these attributes in all students as part of the liberal arts mission of the university by providing a well-rounded, dynamic experience in the wellness course.
- Foster the intellectual growth of all students concerning wellness for life as a core of their liberal arts education.
- Develop critical thinking skills, positive attitudes and personal responsibility in all students toward leading productive and healthy lifestyles.
- Graduate certified physical education/health/early childhood/special education teachers who are engaged in their professional endeavors, able to impart knowledge and skills to diverse populations in a variety of educational settings.
- Graduate students who seek careers in allied health professions who are engaged in their professional endeavors, able to impart knowledge and skills to diverse populations in a variety of professional settings who make a positive contribution to society.
- Achieve accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) for the undergraduate curriculum in exercise science