PHYSICAL EDUCATION - GENERAL SUGGESTED MINORS Coaching Counseling Education Studies
This program provides students the opportunity to study the foundations of physical activity in the scope of a fitness professional. This program is designed for students who are not interested in teaching in the K-12 system but would prefer to find roles in fitness centers or pursue graduate courses in exercise science or sport studies. The program also offers a concentration in Strength and Conditioning. Students may also earn minors in Coaching and Physical Education.
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CAREER COMPETENCIES
SUCCESS AS A SAINT
Communication
Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.
Critical Thinking
Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.
Leadership
Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.
Teamwork
Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.
HOW TO USE THIS MAP Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION - GENERAL FIRST YEAR
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LEARNING & ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Review your 4-year degree plan and the academic catalog Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office
ENGAGE LEARNING EVERYWHERE
Join an on-campus organization to gain more connections Explore volunteer and service-learning opportunities or job-shadowing Participate in speaker and special events hosted by the College of Education & Health Professions
PREPARE FOR SUCCESS
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SAINTS ADVANTAGE Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.
FINAL YEAR
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Apply to graduate Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair Schedule a mock interview with the Center for Career & Professional Development
CAREER PATHS Coaching
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Athletic Director Sports Dietitian
Fitness or Dance Instructor
FURTHER EDUCATION M.S. in Physical Education Teacher Certification
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SKILLS Look to develop soft skills such as communication, leadership, and ability to problem solve Be able to lead and inspire others Strong athletic ability Ability to work well under pressure
FAST FACTS & MARKET TRENDS This degree can be used by those students who enter without a specific major in mind, but know they want to be involved with a program that stresses a physical activity focus.
GRADUATE SUCCESS The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2021 graduate survey)
25% Continued Education Rate
75% Employee Rate
Thank you to the Major Maps Committee for their work on this project & dedication to student success: Lindsay Bartholomew Justin Davis Katie Jones Tom LeGrand
Katie Maher Stacey Mason Michelle Phillips-Meek Kelly Tillinghast
This degree has fewer specific course requirements and more electives. It can also be used by students who want to go directly to graduate school from undergraduate school. It allows them to use elective courses to prepare for a specific focus in graduate school.
PARTNERSHIPS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS All Physical Education majors are required to take the Health & Physical Education Seminar their senior year. The course requires a community service and research project. In this field, focusing on research methods is essential to remaining competitive in today’s job market and acceptance into graduate school. This research is also presented at our bi-annual Student Research Symposium and often to the Cherokee County community to show our commitment to make a difference. Recent graduates D’Meko Pryor, Omari Solomon-Bishop and Alyssa Stubbs presented their physical activity research to representatives from three assisted living facilities in Cherokee County.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION - GENERAL limestone.edu/physical-education-general
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