Exercise Science, Physical Education, & Recreation: K-12 Teacher Preparation Concentration 3+2 Plan, Integrated Bachelor of Science/Master of Education: Health & Physical Education Concentration
The 3+2 Program offers students the unique opportunity to graduate with both a Baccalaureate and Master's degree in 5 years. Students will earn a BS degree in Exercise Science, Physical Education and Recreation with a Physical Education concentration and a minor in Education and an MEd degree in Education. Students will attain certification K-12 in Physical Education and an endorsement in Health. Talented students are thus quickly moved toward expanding their academic and scientific horizons based on an individual student’s abilities and motivation.
Student who are interested in becoming a Certified Teacher will begin their degree in the BS in Exercise Science, Physical Education and Recreation K-12 Physical Education concentration. In the Junior Year students can apply to the School of Education which will result in a BS degree in EXPER and an MEd degree in Education after completing 106 credits of undergraduate work and 38 credits of graduate work. Students must meet the requirements of both degrees (BS in EXPER K-12 Physical Education and MEd In Education). Students who decide not to apply to the 3+2 program can graduate with a BS in EXPER K-12 Physical Education concentration with 123 credits of undergraduate course work.
By at least the third year of the program, students must apply to the School of Education and the 3+2 Program. Please see the admission tab for full admission information.
Specific Admission Requirements
Students complete the admission to education process during ED 301 Frameworks of Teaching (4 c.h.). The entire process for gathering information and submitting it to faculty is completed during the course.
The following are the requirements that must be met to be admitted to teacher education and to the 3+2 program. No exceptions can occur to these requirements:
- Cumulative grade point of 3.000 or better for admission to the 3+2 program to earn the graduate degree.
- Completion of ENG 101 Rhetoric & Writing I (3 c.h.) and ENG 102 Rhetoric & Writing II (3 c.h.) with grades of C or better.
- For students pursuing secondary or K-12 licensure, completion of math course required by major field with a grade of C or better1.
- Completion of CID 103 Speaking and Listening (3 c.h.) or CID 221 Interpersonal Communication (3 c.h.) with a grade of C or better.
- Completion of ED 301 Frameworks of Teaching (4 c.h.) with a grade of C or better.
- Completion of a formal, standardized test during ED 301 Frameworks of Teaching (4 c.h.) such as the Proficiency Profile and a writing sample.
- Completion of satisfactory background check with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. Background check is sent to the Colorado Department of Education and report must meet the criteria required for obtaining a teaching license in Colorado as outlined in 22-60.5-103 C.R.S.
- Completion of an education portfolio. Six types of materials will be submitted with the portfolio:
- transcripts and official documents demonstrating students performance in University classes,
- materials developed in University classes which demonstrate proficiency on specific education standards,
- recommendations and evaluations from teachers,
- materials used in field experiences and videos of teaching,
- personal reflections and summaries about progress, and
- results of formal tests.
Specific portfolio requirements and manner of evaluation are included in the appendices to the Teacher Education Handbook. All portfolios will be submitted in electronic format (website).
- Completion of at least 60 credits of undergraduate coursework and junior status.
Student Learning Outcomes
Exercise Science, Physical Education, & Recreation students will:
- Possess content knowledge and skills necessary for their perspective fields of study.
- Exhibit the ability to read and interpret scientific research with application of the scientific methods, statistics, study design, and reporting;
- Evaluate and integrate critical concepts and skills acquired in the EXPER program to common professional problems in the fields of interest;
- Exhibit effective oral and written communication regarding subjects related to EXPER in individual and group setting.
- Apply and demonstrate knowledge, skills and critical problem solving in a field-based setting.
The assessment plan for Colorado State University Pueblo’s M.Ed. ensures that the program:
- Monitors individual student progress necessary to support success,
- Provides summative information on student proficiency on all performance-based standards, and
- Provides reliable and valid information on the program’s successes and weaknesses to ensure continuous program improvement.
Specific Program Requirements
Students in this integrated program has the following requirements:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education 1 | 35 | |
| BS EXPER: K-12 Concentration | 51 | |
| Education Minor (UG & GR) Courses | 29 | |
| MED: Health & Physical Education Concentration | 29 | |
| Total Credits | 144 | |
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This program requires specific General Education courses. See the Undergraduate Requirements section for course list.
Undergraduate Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education | 23 | |
| Cultural Anthropology (GT-SS3) | 3 | |
| Human Physiology and Anatomy I (GT-SC2) and Human Physiology and Anatomy I Lab (GT-SC1) | 4 | |
| Speaking & Listening | 3 | |
| Rhetoric & Writing I (GT-CO1) 1/2 | 3 | |
| Personal Health and Personal Health Lab | 4 | |
| Human Development (GT-SS3) | 3 | |
| Introductory College Mathematics (GT-MA1) | 3 | |
| In addition, complete the following: | ||
| English | 3 | |
| History | 3 | |
| Humanities | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 35 | |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Major Courses | ||
| AT 232 | First Aid | 2 |
| BIOL 112 | Nutrition | 3 |
| EPER 101 | Intro to EXPER | 2 |
| EPER 162 | Personal Health Hours counted in General Education | 0 |
| EPER 162L | Personal Health Lab Hours counted in General Education | 0 |
| EPER 222 | Behavior Facilitation | 3 |
| EPER 343 | Research and Statistics | 3 |
| EPER 344 | Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| EPER 344L | Exercise Physiology Lab | 1 |
| EPER 364 | Kinesiology | 3 |
| EPER 461 | Managing Events & Programs | 3 |
| Required Concentration Courses | ||
| AT 260 | Injury/Illness Care and Prevention | 3 |
| AT 323 | Functional Exercise Training | 2 |
| EPER 233 | History & Principles of Physical Education & Rec | 2 |
| EPER 243 | Methods of Rhythmic Activities | 2 |
| EPER 245 | Motor Learning and Development | 3 |
| EPER 345 | Methods of Physical Activities & Games I | 2 |
| EPER 346 | Methods Physical Activities & Games II | 2 |
| EPER 347 | Methods of Fitness Instruction | 1 |
| EPER 348 | Methods of Individual and Dual Sports | 3 |
| EPER 362 | Methods of Health Education | 3 |
| EPER 470 | Methods of Coaching | 3 |
| Choose 1 credit from the courses below | 1 | |
| Mountain Orientation | 2 | |
| Winter Orientation | 2 | |
| Desert Orientation | 2 | |
| Canyon Orientation | 2 | |
| Martial Arts and Self-Defense | 1 | |
| Triathlon | 1 | |
| Yoga | 1 | |
| Volleyball | 1 | |
| Weight Training | 1 | |
| Rock Climbing | 1 | |
| Whitewater Boating | 1 | |
| Basic Mountaineering Techniques | 1 | |
| Camping | 1 | |
| Backpacking | 1 | |
| Fly Fishing | 1 | |
| Walking for Fitness | 1 | |
| Zumba | 1 | |
| Tai Chi | 1 | |
| Snow Sports | 1 | |
| Personal Fitness | 1 | |
| Jogging | 1 | |
| Aerobics | 1 | |
| Racquetball | 1 | |
| Choose 1 credit from the courses below | 1 | |
| Beginning Swimming | 1 | |
| Life Guard Training | 2 | |
| Methods of Swimming | 1 | |
| Water Safety Instructor Certification | 2 | |
| Total Credits | 51 | |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Education Minor | ||
| ED 202 | Foundations of Education | 3 |
| ED 301 | Frameworks of Teaching | 4 |
| ED 485 | Capstone Seminar in Education | 1 |
| ED 489 | Student Teaching K-12 | 12 |
| ED 520 | Educational Media and Technology | 3 |
| RDG 535 | Advanced Disciplinary Literacy | 3 |
| EPER 565 | Adapted Physical Education | 3 |
| Total Credits | 29 | |
Graduate Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required MED Courses | ||
| ED 502 | Teacher As Change Agent | 3 |
| ED 503 | Teacher as Researcher | 3 |
| ED 504 | Leading Change in America's Schools | 3 |
| ED 593 | Seminar | 2 |
| EPER 522 | Methods of Elementary Physical Education | 3 |
| EPER 549 | Facilitation of Adventure Education | 3 |
| EPER 562 | Contemporary Issues In Hpe | 3 |
| EPER 578 | Methods of Secondary School PE | 3 |
| HS 520 | Advanced Evaluation of Health Issues | 3 |
| HS 536 | Community & Global Health Application | 3 |
| Total Credits | 29 | |
Specific Graduation Requirements
EXPER / MEd 3+2 Students are required to:
- Complete an undergraduate concentration of study with a cumulative GPA of 3.000 or higher;
- Complete the minor in Education with a C or better in each course;
- Complete MATH 101 with at least a C or better;
- Complete a satisfactory background check with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation;
- Complete an education portfolio.
- Successfully pass the Physical Education PRAXIS exam and student teaching;
- Successfully complete the 24 hours for the K-12 Health Endorsement;
- Earn a 2.0 overall GPA to enroll in 300 or 400 level courses in the department;
- Earn a minimum grade of a “C” in all prerequisite and major courses;
- Repeat prerequisite and major courses with a grade of “D” or lower until a grade of “C” or higher is achieved; and
- Earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in required English and speech communication courses.
- Earn at least 144 credit hours with at least 40 upper division credits and at least 38 graduate hours.
- All students must fulfill the following requirements for a graduate degree:
- A cumulative graduate GPA of 3.000 or better in graduate courses at graduation. A maximum of six semester hours of course work at the grade of C+ or C may be applied toward graduation. A maximum number of nine semester hours of transfer credit may be applied to the degree.
- Regular student status.
- The program’s minimum number of hours of approved course work (38 semester hours).
- Completion of a final portfolio review and oral examination. The portfolio project includes a directed research project.
- Submission of a graduation planning sheet signed by the student’s graduate advisor and program director, in accordance with published deadlines during the semester is to occur. The deadline for submission is published in the Semester Notes, University Calendar, and CSU Pueblo Catalog.
See the School of Education Webpage for a full explanation of the above criteria.
Planning Sheet
Disclaimer: The Planning Sheet is designed as a guide for student's planning their course selections. The information on this page provides only a suggested schedule. Actual course selections should be made with the advice and consent of an academic advisor. While accurately portraying the information contained in the college catalog, this form is not considered a legal substitute for that document. Students should become familiar with the catalog in effect at the time in which they entered the institution.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | ||
| Fall | ||
| AT 232 | First Aid | 2 |
| BIOL 112 | Nutrition | 3 |
| CID 103 | Speaking & Listening | 3 |
| ENG 101 | Rhetoric & Writing I (GT-CO1) | 3 |
| EPER 101 | Intro to EXPER | 2 |
| MATH 101 | Introductory College Mathematics (GT-MA1) | 3 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| ED 202 | Foundations of Education | 3 |
| ENG 102 | Rhetoric & Writing II (GT-CO2) | 3 |
| EPER 162 | Personal Health | 3 |
| EPER 162L | Personal Health Lab | 1 |
| PSYC 151 | Human Development (GT-SS3) | 3 |
| General Education History | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Fall | ||
| ANTH 100 | Cultural Anthropology (GT-SS3) | 3 |
| AT 260 | Injury/Illness Care and Prevention | 3 |
| BIOL 223 | Human Physiology and Anatomy I (GT-SC2) | 3 |
| BIOL 223L | Human Physiology and Anatomy I Lab (GT-SC1) | 1 |
| EPER 222 | Behavior Facilitation | 3 |
| EPER 233 | History & Principles of Physical Education & Rec | 2 |
| EPER 246L | Methods of Swimming | 1 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| ED 280 | Educational Media and Technology | 3 |
| EPER 243 | Methods of Rhythmic Activities | 2 |
| EPER 245 | Motor Learning and Development | 3 |
| EPER 345 | Methods of Physical Activities & Games I | 2 |
| EPER 346 | Methods Physical Activities & Games II | 2 |
| EPER 364 | Kinesiology | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Fall | ||
| ED 520 | Educational Media and Technology | 3 |
| RDG 535 | Advanced Disciplinary Literacy | 3 |
| EPER 343 | Research and Statistics | 3 |
| EPER 348 | Methods of Individual and Dual Sports | 3 |
| EPER 549 | Facilitation of Adventure Education | 3 |
| EPER activity course EPER 102, 103, 104, 1-5, 106L, 107L, 108L, 109L, 110L, 112L, 113L, 114L, 116L, 117L, 118L, 119L, 120L, 123L, 124L, 125L, 126L, 127L, 128L, 175L, 205L, 208L, 249 | 1 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| AT 323 | Functional Exercise Training | 2 |
| EPER 344 | Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| EPER 344L | Exercise Physiology Lab | 1 |
| EPER 347 | Methods of Fitness Instruction | 1 |
| EPER 362 | Methods of Health Education | 3 |
| EPER 565 | Adapted Physical Education | 3 |
| General Education Humanities | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Year 4 | ||
| Fall | ||
| EPER 461 | Managing Events & Programs | 3 |
| EPER 470 | Methods of Coaching | 3 |
| EPER 522 | Methods of Elementary Physical Education | 3 |
| EPER 578 | Methods of Secondary School PE | 3 |
| General Education Humanities | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| ED 485 | Capstone Seminar in Education | 1 |
| ED 489 | Student Teaching K-12 | 12 |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Total Credits | 123 | |