Physical education is a study of the processes through which individuals obtain optimal health, physical skills, and fitness.  The physical educator, whether in a laboratory, school, medical or business setting, is ultimately concerned with improving the individual's health and well-being. This degree prepares students for entry level positions in the YMCA, health clubs, and youth sports organizations. It will also prepare students for transfer into a kinesiology program at a four-year university.

The Physical Education major presents the student with more career opportunities than ever before. In addition to the traditional areas of teaching, coaching, recreation and dance, Physical Education majors are finding that the disciplines of physical therapy, athletic training, rehabilitation services, exercise specialties and fitness are more and more in demand. In addition, as preventive health care becomes more prevalent, the physical educator should find an even wider range of opportunities.

Associate Degree Graduation Requirements

Complete all of the following:

1. All Major Requirements listed below with a “C” or better or “P” in each course (at least 20% of the major requirements must be completed through SBCC).
2. One of the following General Education options:
   1. OPTION 1: SBCC General Education pattern OR
   2. OPTION 2: Cal-GETC pattern
3. A minimum of 60 semester units of degree-applicable college credit (SBCC courses numbered 100 and higher and C1000 and higher).
4. Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in degree-applicable coursework.
5. A minimum of 12 units through SBCC.

• Explain the differences between Physical Education and Athletics.
• Explain the potential for service to the individual, community and society provided by Physical Education and Athletics.
• Describe the role of PE/Kinesiology as an academic discipline and its role in health promotion and disease prevention.
• Explain details of functional human anatomy, physiology and biomechanics, and demonstrate proficiency in a variety of physical activity skills.
• Develop appropriate physical training programs for adults based on demonstrated knowledge of coronary risk factor analysis, exercise prescription and nutritional guidelines established by industry standards

Make an appointment with your SBCC academic counselor through Starfish to create a Student Education Plan that reflects a recommended course sequence for this program that is tailored to your individual needs.

How to schedule an Academic Counseling appointment.