Health and Physical Education (B.A.)

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B.A. in Health and Physical Education

Picture Yourself In Our Major

Plant the seed that grows into a healthier person, a healthier family and a healthier community. With a BA in Education with a specialization in teacher certification in health and physical education you will do just that.

Without health, we have nothing. Build the foundation of children’s health and wellbeing.

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Dave Naphy

First-Year Admissions Counselor

SMS: (856) 347-2317

(856) 256-4210

dave@admissions.rowan.edu

Teaching Health Lifestyle Habits

More Than Just Teaching Sports

"Mental health is something that we forget to exercise," says senior Adrianna Blake. "This major does a really good job at implementing health and wellness, just as much as the physical education aspect."

Recommended For:

doers, helpers, and organizers

WHO ARE INTERESTED IN CAREERS IN:

Elementary Health/Physical Ed. Teaching
Secondary Health/Physical Ed. Teaching
Athletic Coaching
Pre-K–12 Administration (w/ Master's)

Gianna, a Rowan University cheerleader poses.

Student Stories

Cheerleader Gianna Shares A Day in Her Life

"I was inspired to choose Health and Physical Education because I grew up loving sports, dancing and cheerleading. That made me develop a love for exercise. Being a college cheerleader, it has inspired me to have a passion for coaching, which is also a big part of my major," Gianna M.

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From all the knowledge we’ve been given, we’re able to explain to our future students what’s going on with our bodies and why it’s happening.
Mark F. Gloucester County, NJ

HPE major Mark F. sitting in an egg chair

I coach girls' basketball, which is what led me to HPE. My experience has been really good. I feel the faculty are there for me and can point me in the right direction.
Avery D. Camden County, NJ

Avery smiles and stands inside Business Hall.

Some people might think it's all fun and games. Although it's a lot of fun and a lot of games, this major teaches you how to strategize to keep your students engaged.
Paige L. Camden County, NJ

HPE major Paige L. standing in front of a trophy case

I have not only found the education and experiences to be useful towards my chosen career paths, I have also implemented what I’ve learned to my own life.
Jason B. Bergen County, NJ

Jason smiles and stands outside an acaemic building on campus.

From all the PE teachers I’ve worked with in the field, I've learned to have fun and make the most of it. At the end of the day you have to do what you love.
Ryan S. Burlington County, NJ