University of Nebraska Kearney

UNK
UNK Academics
College of Education
HPERLS

Welcome to the Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Leisure Studies Department

The HPERLS department offers undergraduate degree programs in: Health Education, Athletic Training, Physical Education, Exercise Science, Travel & Tourism, Recreation & Park Management, and Sports Management. The department also offers supplemental endorsements in Strength Training, Adaptive Physical Education, and Coaching. Masters of Arts degrees are available in: Adaptive Physical Education, Master Teacher of Physical Education, Exercise Science, General Physical Education with specializations in Sports Administration and Recreation.

 We welcome the opportunity to prepare young professionals of the 21st century. We believe that our instructional programs generate new ideas and new opportunities for our profession and our students. We invite you to discover your future at UNK!

Undergraduate Degree Programs    

  •     Coaching Minor

Graduate Degree Programs