Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Performance
Concentration in K-12 Teaching/Coaching

This program prepares you for careers in teaching K-12 physical education. To earn a Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Performance with a concentration in K-12 Teaching, you must successfully complete course work consisting of:

• a 55-hour University general education program
• a 25-hour core of professional courses common to all Health and Human Performance majors, and
• a concentration track of 22-37 hours.

If you are interested in coaching, a professional development program is available.

To increase your versatility as a teacher, you are encouraged to pursue an additional endorsement in health education.

General Education Program

To earn a degree from Fort Hays State University, you must complete a 55-hour general education program. This program has two major components - Foundation Studies and Liberal Arts. You will work with an academic advisor to select a series of general education courses to complement your program of study. However, certain general education courses are required pre-requisites for all students preparing to teach K-12 physical education:

Health and Human Performance Core

All Health and Human Performance majors, regardless of concentration, take the same core courses, totaling 25 hours:

Courses in the Teaching Concentration

If you wish to become a K-12 teacher, you must be admitted to the Teacher Education program, typically by the spring of your sophomore year. Contact us for more information, or visit with the Department of Teacher Education.

Professional Development Courses

Optional Health Education Endorsement