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About the Physical Education PK-6 Grade Teaching Subject Endorsement Degree Program

On Campus

Become a PE teacher and inspire kids to lead active, healthy lives with a Physical Education PK-6 Teaching Subject Endorsement from UNK. This degree qualifies graduates to teach at the secondary level in the public or private sector. The endorsement requires 28 hours of specialized coursework.

Close partnerships with surrounding school districts allow University of Nebraska at Kearney students have the opportunity to practice teaching in a variety of health education settings beginning their freshman year. The College of Education believes in the value of hands-on learning, with award-winning faculty helping to guide students in these field experiences throughout their collegiate career, developing quality educators who make a difference in the lives of students.

Physical Education PK-6 Program at a Glance

120

Credit Hours

General Studies requirement has been reduced to 30 credit hrs allowing more freedom and making it easier to transfer to UNK.

Degree Received

Physical Education PK-6 Teaching Subject Endorsement, Bachelor of Arts in Education

223

Per Credit Hour

With the New Nebraskan Scholarship all undergraduate students pay in-state tuition

What can you do with a Physical Education PK-6 Degree

Learn more about the types of jobs and common employers that Physical Education PK-6 graduates work for.

Careers

  • Teacher in Health Education and/or Physical Education
  • Coach
  • Work at a recreational facility in the area of Health and Physical Activity

Related Programs

Health And Physical Education PK-12 Physical Education 7-12 Physical Education