College of Arts & Sciences Catalog
Health and Physical Education
The Department of Health and Physical Education endorses a philosophy that the key to health and wellness is the quality of one’s lifestyle, which has physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects. The department’s mission is to promote health and wellness with an emphasis on prevention, life-long learning, and the acquisition of knowledge, attitudes and skills that can be integrated into a holistic lifestyle. Professional degree programs include Athletic Training, Community Health, Exercise Science, Physical Education K-12, and Health Education 5-12. The department provides physical wellness, fitness, and lifetime leisure and sport courses that fulfill general education requirements for all Bethel students. A goal of both the professional programs and the general education courses is to develop whole and holy persons who will strive to be salt and light as ambassadors for Jesus Christ.
Courses
PEA100Y • Physical Wellness for Life (fall, spring) 1 credit
Development of the knowledge needed to make wise and healthy lifestyle choices. Development of a lifelong fitness plan as part of a comprehensive wellness perspective. Includes both lecture and lab experience.
Leisure and Lifetime Sports Courses
PEA110Q • Disc Golf (fall, spring) 1 credit
An introduction to the game of disc golf. Includes history, equipment, etiquette, rules, technique, scoring, and playing of the sport at the disc golf course.
PEA112Q • Walk/Jog/Run (fall) 1 credit
Basic introduction to running for health. Students learn to monitor heart rates as they progress from a walking/jogging base to runs of up to an hour in length. Proper warmup and recovery are stressed. Students begin with workouts appropriate to their fitness levels and set goals appropriate for those levels.
PEA113Q • Fly-Fishing (spring) 1 credit
Basic skills and equipment of fly-fishing. Includes history, equipment, fly-tying, fly-casting, knot tying, and basic streamside/lakeside entomology.
PEA114QA • Jazz Dance (fall) 1 credit
An introductory course in basic jazz dance steps and technique. Emphasis on correct body placement, technique, introduction to various jazz styles, and artistic interpretation.
PEA115QA • Ballet (spring) 1 credit
An introductory course in basic ballet dance steps and technique. Emphasis on correct body placement, technique, introduction to ballet basics‚ and artistic interpretation.
PEA116Q • Aerobics (fall, spring) 1 credit
Development of cardiovascular fitness through aerobic rhythms and exercise. Workout includes varied aerobic conditioning, minimal strength training, and stretching.
PEA117Q • Cycling (occasionally spring) 1 credit
Introduction to basic cycling skills, basic bicycle maintenance and repair, and cycling safety. Discussion includes cycling for sport (mountain biking, road biking), commuting, and leisure. Cycling responsibility and safety are emphasized.
PEA118Q • Beginning Weight Training (fall, spring) 1 credit
Physical fitness through weight training. Basic principles of diet, weight training, and completion of an adequate program.
PEA119Q • Self-Defense (fall, interim, spring) 1 credit
Development of the awareness and basic skills necessary for protection and self-defense. Focus on observational and non-confrontational skills used to prevent or postpone physical aggression. Development of competency in the use of physical self-defense measures needed when prevention fails.
PEA122Q • Badminton (fall, spring) 1 credit
Basic badminton skills, player position, and strategy. Includes instruction, drills, practice, playing time, a class tournament, history, rules, etiquette, and equipment needs.
PEA124Q • Fundamentals of Basketball (occasionally) 1 credit
Individual skill development, coordination of individual skills with other skills, strategy, and team play for the pick-up or intramural player. Not open to varsity basketball players.
PEA130Q • Beginning Snowboarding (interim) 1 credit
Basic skills of snowboarding to achieve success on easy and intermediate terrain. Includes history, safety, equipment, and development of riding skill and technique on groomed trails.
PEA131Q • Intermediate Snowboarding (interim) 1 credit
Intermediate and advanced boarding skills on intermediate and expert terrain. Emphasis on developing riding technique to tackle bumps, steps, carving, and terrain park features.
PEA132Q • Golf (fall, spring) 1 credit
Basic golf strokes. Instruction and practice of grip, swing, woods, irons, chipping, and putting at the driving range and putting green. Includes history, equipment, etiquette, rules, and scoring, as well as playing time at the golf course.
PEA133Q • Intermediate Golf (fall or spring) 1 credit
Designed for students who have had some instruction and experience with golf. Further development of strokes and emphasis on playing a more consistent golf game. Prerequisite: PEA132Q or consent of instructor.
PEA136Q • Racquetball (fall, spring) 1 credit
Basic skills and strategy of racquetball, as well as the rules, regulations, and history of the game. Includes singles, cutthroat, and doubles. Students must provide their own racquet.
PEA138Q • Beginning Downhill Skiing (interim) 1 credit
Basic skills of downhill skiing. Includes history, safety, and equipment; walking, climbing, gliding, and traversing the hill; wedge, steer, wide track, and parallel turns; techniques in stopping and controlling speed.
PEA139Q • Intermediate Downhill Skiing (interim) 1 credit
Intermediate and advanced turns at slow and intermediate speed on steep, high, and difficult terrain. Opportunity to measure ability through a race course designed for this level of ability.
PEA140Q • Cross-Country Skiing I (interim, offered occasionally) 1 credit
Recreational ski touring techniques. Equipment, waxing, and safety in the winter environment. An all-day ski trip off campus. Open to beginners and intermediates.
PEA141Q • Cross-Country Skiing II (occasionally interim) 1 credit
Reinforcement and development of diagonal stride techniques and beginning skate-skiing techniques for intermediate skiers. Discussion of more advanced waxing techniques and equipment. Includes one extended ski off campus. Prerequisite: PEA140Q or consent of instructor.
PEA142Q • Slow-Pitch Softball (fall, spring) 1 credit
Fundamental skills of slow-pitch softball for the recreational player.
PEA144Q • Beginning Tennis (fall, spring) 1 credit
Basic tennis strokes. Includes instruction, drills, practice, and playing time. Covers rules, simple strategy, player position, etiquette, and guidelines for equipment selection.
PEA145Q • Intermediate Tennis (spring) 1 credit
Further development of basic tennis skills with emphasis on solid and consistent stroking. Instruction, drills, practice, and playing time on the serve, forehand and backhand ground strokes, volleys, lobs, and overheads. Game-playing strategy, tiebreakers, and player position. Prerequisite: PEA144Q.
PEA146Q • Volleyball (fall, spring) 1 credit
Power volleyball skills and techniques involved in volleyball as a recreational sport. Rules, strategy, as well as the application of rules in game situations. Traditional 6-on-6, coed, and reverse 4s are taught under the rules of USA volleyball. Emphasis on developing a positive attitude toward playing the game of volleyball.
PEA147Q • Intermediate Volleyball (spring, even # yrs) 1 credit
Competitive volleyball play in which participants learn a variety of volleyball strategies, offenses, defenses‚ and various styles of play. Traditional 6-on-6, coed, and reverse 4s are used for competition under the rules of USA volleyball. Emphasis on applying rules in game situations, not only as a player, but as an official as well. Prerequisite: PEA146Q or participation in high school varsity volleyball.
PEA150Q • Lifeguarding I (spring, odd # yrs) 2 credits
Development of the highest possible skill level in the five basic strokes, as well as instruction and practice in basic skills to save one’s own life or the life of another. Opportunity to receive a Red Cross Lifeguarding I Certificate. Prerequisites: Advanced swimming proficiency; current CPR and First Aid certification (may be taken concurrently).
Athletic Training Courses
ATR279 • Introduction to Athletic Training (spring) 2 credits
An introduction to athletic training combining didactic and clinical learning experiences. Provides the athletic training student with a basic understanding and working knowledge of training room policies and procedures. Students begin completing clinical proficiencies as part of the clinical education program. Topics include injury management, therapeutic exercise and modalities, and pharmacology. Prerequisites: Sophomore class standing; admission to athletic training education program.
ATR325 • Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries (spring) 3 credits
Techniques for prevention and care of athletic injuries. Practical experience in the athletic training room. Prerequisites: HPE120; BIO201 or BIO209.
ATR331 • Organization and Administration of Athletic Training (fall, even # yrs) 2 credits
Methods for planning, coordinating, and supervising all administrative components of an athletic training program pertaining to healthcare, financial management, training room management, personnel management, and public relations. Prerequisite: ATR325.
ATR332 • Advanced Athletic Training—Lower Extremity (fall) 3 credits
Advanced techniques for the evaluation and treatment of athletic injuries to the lower extremity. Prerequisites: ATR325; BIO201; BIO202.
ATR333 • Advanced Athletic Training—Upper Extremity (spring) 3 credits
Advanced techniques for the evaluation and treatment of athletic injuries to the upper extremity. Prerequisites: ATR325; BIO201; BIO202.
ATR335 • Athletic Training Clinical Assessment I (spring) 1 credit
A laboratory course designed to assess the athletic training student’s mastery of clinical skills and problem-solving abilities based upon the Board of Certification (BOC) Role Delineation Study. Content includes material from ATR325; ATR332; ATR351. Prerequisites: Admission to athletic training education program; ATR325; ATR332; ATR351.
ATR336 • Clinical Proficiencies in Athletic Training (interim, spring) 1 credit
Clinical experiences designed to provide Athletic Training students the opportunity to practice, refine, and master previously learned psychomotor and cognitive athletic training skills. Prerequisite: Admission to athletic training education program.
ATR351 • Therapeutic Modalities (fall) 3 credits
Various therapeutic modalities used in the treatment of sport-related injuries. Includes the use of thermal, electrical, light, and acoustical media as modalities for therapy. The physiological effects, clinical applications, and techniques for use are discussed for each modality. Includes practical experience. Prerequisite: ATR325.
ATR352 • Therapeutic Exercise (spring) 3 credits
Design, implementation, and supervision of rehabilitation programs for sport-related injuries. Topics include reconditioning programs, manual therapy, and functional rehabilitation. Includes laboratory experience in the various techniques used in therapeutic exercise. Prerequisite: ATR325.
ATR386 • Pathology and Medical Conditions (fall) 3 credits
The study of physiological responses of human growth and development and the progression of injuries, illnesses, and diseases. Included is the recognition, treatment, and appropriate referral for general medical conditions and disabilities of athletes and others involved in physical activity. Prerequisites: BIO201 and BIO202 or equivalent.
ATR435 • Athletic Training Clinical Assessment II (spring) 1 credit
A laboratory course designed to assess the athletic training student’s mastery of clinical skills and problem-solving abilities based upon the BOC Role Delineation Study. Content includes material from ATR333 and ATR352 or ATR351. Prerequisites: Admission to athletic training education program; ATR333; ATR335; ATR352; ATR351.
ATR436 • Clinical Proficiencies in Athletic Training II (interim, spring) 1 credit
Clinical experiences designed to provide Athletic Training students the opportunity to practice, refine, and master previously learned psychomotor and cognitive athletic training skills. Prerequisites: ATR336; admission to athletic training education program; and senior standing.
ATR478 • Senior Seminar in Athletic Training (spring) 1 credit
Athletic training students develop counseling and referral skills that enable them to implement effective patient interaction strategies related to sports medicine. Other topics include professional development and ethics, preparation for the BOC exam, and pharmacology.
Health and Physical Education Courses
HPE120 • First Aid (fall, spring) 2 credits
Emphasizes the citizen responder as the first link in the emergency medical services system through the American Red Cross Responding to Emergencies course. Includes first aid, community CPR, and AED essentials.
HPE130 • Personal and Community Health (spring) 3 credits
Focus on health promotion and the development of skills to make informed lifestyle decisions. Examination of current information on major health issues including exercise, nutrition, stress, tobacco/alcohol/drug use, mental health, sexual health, environmental health, and disease. Emphasis on the importance of becoming an advocate for personal, family, and community health.
HPE200Q • Professional Activities I (fall) 4 credits
Developmental progressions to improve personal skill through instruction, practice, and corrective feedback. Exposure to various teaching methods while participating in individual and dual sports that include badminton, golf, gymnastics, tennis, and track and field. Students lacking competency in lifetime activities are encouraged or required (at discretion of the department) to take one or more separate Q courses to meet competency. Prerequisite: Sophomore class standing or consent of instructor.
HPE201 • Foundations of Physical Education (fall) 2 credits
An examination of the historical, philosophical, sociological, and psychological foundations of physical education from its earliest beginnings through the 20th century. Development of a philosophical base for physical education and study of specific issues, trends, and professional opportunities related to physical education and sport. Prerequisites: GES110 College Writing or GES145, 146 Western Humanity in Christian Perspective I and II.
HPE205QA • Self-expressions through Rhythms and Dance (occasionally) 2 credits
Provides students with opportunities to experience a wide variety of rhythmic movement and dance to enhance creative expression, fitness development, and understanding of, and appreciation for, a variety of dance forms. Students think and move creatively and develop rhythmic skills through participation in aerobic dance, square dance, ethnic dance, and ballroom dance.
HPE210 • Professional Activities II (spring) 3 credits
Development of usable progressions and teaching methods for teaching the skills involved in team sports. Emphasis on personal skill practice, with attention to motivation, feedback, and other concepts of motor learning. Sports include flag football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, team handball, and softball. Students lacking basic skill(s) competency in one or more team sports will be encouraged or required (at discretion of the department) to take a separate course for one of those sports.
HPE215 • Professional Activities III (fall) 2 credits
Developmental progressions to improve personal skill through instruction, practice and corrective feedback. Exposure to various teaching methods, while participating in swimming, weight training, and aerobic exercise. Prerequisite: Sophomore class standing or consent of instructor.
HPE220A • Educational Rhythms (spring, even # yrs) 3 credits
Principles of teaching rhythmic movement, emphasizing aspects of creativity, square dance, social dance, rhythms with equipment, and ethnic dances from various countries. Includes practice and incorporation of skills into multiple teaching situations. Prerequisite: Sophomore class standing or consent of instructor.
HPE225 • Foundations of Health Education (spring) 2 credits
Introduction to the health education and health promotion professions, including historical, philosophical, and theoretical foundations of school and community health. Exploration of theories of behavior change, the responsibilities and competencies of health educators, and investigates career opportunities in health education and health promotion. Professional organizations and certification for the field of health education and promotion are addressed.
HPE247 • Motor Development and Learning (spring) 3 credits
The mechanisms of human motor learning and development with special emphasis on the physical and psychological principles involved in the acquisition and maintenance of motor skills.
HPE250M • Statistics and Research Methodsin Applied Health Science (spring) 3 credits
Research planning, structuring, administering, and evaluating health, physical activity and rehabilitative science protocols for healthy and special populations using parametric and nonparametric statistical techniques (descriptive, correlational, and inferential statistics). The research proposal developed in this course may be utilized for data collection and presentation in future course work.
HPE261 • Theory and Practice of Coaching (spring) 4 credits
Theoretical and practical aspects of coaching. Topics include coaching philosophy, game and practice management, drill design, player and coach relationships, and psychological and sociological aspects of sport and/or coaching.
HPE262 • Coaching of Baseball (spring, odd # yrs) 1 credit
Advanced skills, strategy, techniques, and coaching philosophy of baseball. Recommended for students seeking the coaching minor.
HPE263 • Coaching of Basketball (fall, odd # yrs) 1 credit
Advanced skills, strategy, techniques, and coaching philosophy of basketball. Recommended for students seeking the coaching minor.
HPE264 • Coaching of Football (fall, odd # yrs) 1 credit
Advanced skills, strategy, techniques, and coaching philosophy of football. Recommended for students seeking the coaching minor. Basic terminology and position nomenclature for the introduction to coaching football.
HPE265 • Coaching of Hockey (spring, even # yrs) 1 credit
Advanced skills, strategy, techniques, and coaching philosophy of hockey. Recommended for students seeking the coaching minor.
HPE266 • Coaching of Track and Field (fall, even # yrs) 1 credit
Advanced skills, strategy, techniques, and coaching philosophy of track and field. Recommended for students seeking the coaching minor.
HPE267 • Coaching of Volleyball (fall, even # yrs) 1 credit
Advanced skills, strategy, techniques, and coaching philosophy of volleyball. Recommended for students seeking the coaching minor.
HPE268 • Coaching of Fastpitch Softball (spring, odd # yrs) 1 credit
Advanced skills, strategy, techniques, and coaching philosophy of softball. Recommended for students seeking the coaching minor.
HPE269 • Coaching of Soccer (fall, even # yrs) 1 credit
Fundamental and advanced technical skills for coaching various age levels. Team tactics and concepts of different ability levels as well as development of a personal coaching philosophy. Recommended for students seeking the coaching minor.
HPE270 • Applied Nutrition and Physical Fitness (spring, even # yrs) 3 credits
Effects of nutrition on human performance in athletics. Eating disorders, weight control, and society’s effects on today’s trends.
HPE306 • Administration of Athletics and Physical Education (fall, odd # yrs) 2 credits
Theories, procedures, and problems involved in the administration of athletic and physical education programs at the interscholastic level and in fitness organizations.
HPE314 • Administration and Evaluation of Health Education (spring, odd # yrs) 3 credits
Examination of the theoretical and practical basis for planning, implementing, administering, and evaluating school and community health education and promotion programs. Prerequisite: HPE225.
HPE316 • Curriculum Development in Physical Education (spring, odd # yrs) 3 credits
Curriculum theory, history, and philosophy. Procedures for translating theory into workable models for physical education, grades K–12, and non-school settings. Writing unit and lesson plans that reflect sequencing of content by students’ developmental levels. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
HPE318 • Epidemiology (fall, even # yrs) 3 credits
Study of distribution of health and disease in populations and its influential or determining factors. Examination of methodological and analytical techniques to summarize health-related indicators in populations. Focus on the tools and epidemiologic methods used to identify, prevent, and control disease and health-related conditions. Review of the epidemiology of many major diseases and health-related conditions. Prerequisites: HPE130; BIO103D; BIO209 or both BIO201 and BIO202.
HPE320 • Developmental and Adapted Physical Education (spring, odd # yrs) 3 credits
Developmental, remedial, and corrective means to meet the needs of special students in grades K-12 and non-school settings. Emphasis on underlying principles of perceptual and motor development, and use of principles in programming for a variety of disabilities. Includes a 20- to 30-hour practicum in a field setting.
HPE340 • School Health and Drug Issues (fall) 3 credits
Examines the roles of teachers and schools in responding to adolescent health problems, with particular attention to health promotion, prevention, and referral and the unique role of the school health educator in this process. Topics include alcohol/drug use and abuse, mental health issues, eating disorders, violence, child abuse and neglect, and injuries. Emphasis on the characteristics of effective coordinated school health programs, including the development of comprehensive prevention curriculum.
HPE345 • Disease and Injury Control (fall, odd # yrs) 3 credits
Analysis of chronic diseases, infectious diseases, and injuries from both personal and societal perspectives. Focuses on the prevention, identification, and control of diseases and injuries. Examines the relationship of health promotion and lifestyle to disease and injury. Prerequisites: HPE120; HPE130.
HPE375 • Biomechanics (fall) 3 credits
Mechanics of sports performance and anatomical kinesiology. Newtonian mechanics, types of motion, application of force, maintenance of equilibrium, and fluid dynamics. Prerequisites: BIO201 or BIO209; Mathematics (M) course. PHY100D and HPE247 recommended.
HPE376 • Exercise Physiology for Health and Physical Education (fall) 3 credits
Basic physiological training and adaptation as related to the performance of sports skills, health and physical education instruction. Prerequisite: BIO209.
HPE379 • Exercise Physiology (spring) 3 credits
Examination of how normal physiological function (homeostasis) is altered, and subsequently restored, in response to various forms of stress (exercise and training). Prerequisites: BIO201; BIO202.
HPE390K • Decision-Making and Medical Technology (interim) 3 credits
Exploration of health technologies that may be both harmful and beneficial to human health are explored from the perspectives of ethical decision making, psychosocial dynamics, faith, and health policy formation. Topics include genetic testing, contraceptives, intensive treatment of newborns, assisted reproduction, organ transplantation, enhancement technologies, aging, and end-of-life decisions. Prerequisites: Laboratory Science (D) course; Mathematics (M) course.
HPE399 • Physiological Assessment (spring) 4 credits
Applied techniques in the measurement of exercise bioenergetics, neuromuscular performance, cardiorespiratory fitness, and other health components. Particular emphasis is given to the knowledge necessary for exercise testing certifications and development of fitness testing skills. Prerequisite: HPE379.
HPE420 • Athletic Coaching Practicum (fall, interim, spring) 2 credits
A practical coaching experience in an off-campus setting, applying knowledge and skill proficiency under dual supervision of a professional coach at Bethel and an on-site professional coach. Designed by the student in consultation with a staff or faculty person. Prerequisites: Minor in athletic coaching; senior standing or consent of instructor.
HPE440 • Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning (spring) 3 credits
The design, evaluation, and implementation of strength training and conditioning programs. Content includes background in exercise science, nutrition, exercise techniques, testing and evaluation, and administration. Helps students prepare for fitness industry certification exams such as the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist credential (CSCS). Prerequisite: HPE376 or HPE379, or permission of instructor.
HPE445 • Human Performance Laboratory (fall) 3 credits
Performance and interpretation of assessments in the human performance laboratory. Activities focus on how to run a human performance laboratory and refine and master previously learned physiological assessment skills. Data collection, reduction, and research activity are included. Prerequisite: HPE399.
HPE481 • Internship in Health and Physical Education (fall, spring) 3 credits
A practical experience in an off-campus setting in applying academic knowledge and professional skills under the dual supervision of a faculty member and a practicing professional. Designed by student in consultation with a faculty member. Application must be made at least one semester prior to the intended experience. Prerequisite: Major in physical education, community health, or exercise science.
HPE498 • Senior Seminar in Exercise Science (spring) 3 credits
Requires reading, writing, discussion, and application on pertinent topics in exercise and rehabilitation sciences. Includes an in-depth individual research project and presentation. Prerequisites: HPE445; major in exercise science; senior standing.
HPE499 • Health Senior Seminar (spring) 3 credits
Foundational issues of community health and relationship to other disciplines. Integration of the theory and practice of community health with the Christian faith. Includes an in-depth individual research project. Prerequisites: Major in community health; senior standing.
Education Courses (see Department of Education)
EDU422 • Curriculum and Methods of 5-12 Health Education
EDU424 • Methods in Teaching K-12 Physical Education
Programs
In this section, semester credit hours will be shown after the course number and description.
Major in Exercise Science (B.S.)
| ATR325 | Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries | 3 |
| HPE120 | First Aid | 2 |
| HPE130 | Personal and Community Health | 3 |
| Choose from: | 3-4 | |
| HPE200Q* | Professional Activities I | |
| HPE210 | Professional Activities II | |
| HPE247 | Motor Development and Learning | 3 |
| HPE250 | Statistics and Research Methods in Applied Health Science | 3 |
| HPE270 | Applied Nutrition and Physical Fitness | 3 |
| HPE375 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| HPE379 | Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| HPE399 | Physiological Assessment | 4 |
| HPE445 | Human Performance Laboratory | 3 |
| HPE491 | Internship | 3 |
| HPE498 | Senior Seminar in Exercise Science | 3 |
| Choose from: | 4 | |
| BIO103D* | Human Biology | |
| BIO109D* | General Biology | |
| BIO112D* | Introduction to Molectular and Cellular Biology | |
| BIO201 | Human Anatomy | 4 |
| BIO202 | Human Physiology | 4 |
| CHE111D* | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| Choose from: |
4 |
|
| PHY100D* | Concepts in Physics | |
| PHY200D* | Introductory Physics I | |
| PSY100 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Total | 62-63 | |
| General Education |
|
51-52 |
| Electives | (4 credits must be at 300 level or above) | 7-10 |
| TOTAL | 122 |
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.
Major in Physical Education K–12 (B.A.)
| HPE120 | First Aid | 2 |
| HPE130 | Personal and Community Health | 3 |
| HPE200Q*a | Professional Activities I | 4 |
| HPE201 | Foundations of Physical Education | 2 |
| HPE210a | Professional Activities II | 3 |
| HPE215 | Professional Activities III | 2 |
| HPE220A* | Educational Rhythms | 3 |
| HPE247 | Motor Development and Learning | 2 |
|
HPE250M* |
Statistics and Research Methods in Applied Health Science |
3 |
| HPE306 | Administration of Athletics and Physical Education | 2 |
| HPE316 | Curriculum Development in Physical Education | 3 |
| HPE320 | Developmental and Adapted Physical Education | 3 |
| HPE340 | School Health and Drug Issues | 3 |
| HPE375 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| HPE376 | Exercise Physiology for Health and Physical Education | 3 |
| Choose from: | 4 | |
| BIO101D* | Principles of Biology | |
| BIO109D* | General Biology | |
| BIO209 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
| EDU200 | Introduction to Education | 3 |
| EDU201 | Introduction to Education Field Experience | 1 |
| EDU220 | Introduction to Middle Level Education | 3 |
| EDU240 | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EDU241 | Educational Psychology Field Experience | 1 |
| EDU317GZ* | Understanding Diversity | 3 |
| EDU320 | Pedagogy of the Young Adolescent Learner | 2 |
| EDU424 | Methods in Teaching K-12 Physical Education | 3 |
| EDU425 | Middle Level Education Practicum in Physical Education | 1 |
| EDU490 | Student Teaching Block | 15 |
| Total | 86 | |
| General Education | 51-52 | |
| TOTAL | 137-138** |
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.
** Because of possible double counting between General Education and the major, the actual total can be reduced to 129 credits.
a Students lacking competency in motor skills may be required to take additional one-credit Leisure and Lifetime Sports courses to improve their performance level.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in each content area and education course (HPE, BIO, EDU) in the major. Courses with grades of C- or lower must be repeated.
Major in Health Education 5–12 (B.A.)
| HPE120 | First Aid | 2 |
| HPE130 | Personal and Community Health | 3 |
| HPE225 | Foundations of Health Education | 2 |
| HPE314 | Administration and Evaluation of Health Education | 3 |
| HPE318 | Epidemiology | 3 |
| HPE340 | School Health and Drug Issues | 3 |
| HPE345 | Disease and Injury Control | 3 |
| BIO103D* | Human Biology | 4 |
| BIO209 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
| EDU200 | Introduction to Education | 3 |
| EDU201 | Introduction to Education Field Experience | 1 |
| EDU220 | Introduction to Middle Level Education | 3 |
| EDU240 | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EDU241 | Educational Psychology Field Experience | 1 |
| EDU317GZ* | Understanding Diversity | 3 |
| EDU320 | Pedagogy of the Young Adolescent Learner | 2 |
| EDU422 | Curriculum and Methods of 5-12 Health Education | 3 |
| EDU423 | Middle Level Education Practicum in Health | 1 |
| EDU490 | Student Teaching Block | 15 |
| GES208 | Human Sexuality | 3 |
| Total | 65 | |
| General Education | 51-52 | |
|
Electives |
5-6 |
|
| TOTAL | 122 |
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in each course in the major (HPE, BIO, CHE, EDU, GES, PSY). Courses with grades of C- or lower must be repeated.
Major in Community Health (B.A.)
| HPE120 | First Aid | 2 |
| HPE130 | Personal and Community Health | 3 |
| HPE225 | Foundations of Health Education | 2 |
|
HPE250M* |
Statistics and Research Methods in Applied Health Science |
3 |
| HPE314 | Administration and Evaluation of Health Education | 3 |
| HPE318 | Epidemiology | 3 |
| HPE345 | Disease and Injury Control | 3 |
| HPE390K* | Decision Making and Medical Technology | 3 |
| HPE481 | Internship | 3 |
| HPE499 | Health Senior Seminar | 3 |
| BIO103D* | Human Biology | 4 |
| BIO201 | Human Anatomy | 4 |
| BIO202 | Human Physiology | 4 |
| CHE103D* | Introduction to General, Organic, and Biochemistry I | 4 |
| GES208 | Human Sexuality | 3 |
| PSY100 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSY203 | Lifespan Development | 3 |
| Total | 53 | |
| General Education | 51-52 | |
| Electives | 17-18 | |
| TOTAL | 122 |
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.
Major in Athletic Training (B.A.)
| ATR279b | Introduction to Athletic Training | 2 |
| ATR325b | Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries |
3 |
| ATR331b | Organization and Administration of Athletic Training | 2 |
| ATR332b | Advanced Athletic Training—Lower Extremity | 3 |
| ATR333b | Advanced Athletic Training—Upper Extremity | 3 |
| ATR335b | Athletic Training Clinical Assessment I | 1 |
| ATR336b | Clinical Proficiencies in Athletic Training I | 1 |
| ATR351b | Therapeutic Modalities | 3 |
| ATR352b | Therapeutic Exercise | 3 |
| ATR386b | Pathology and Medical Conditions | 3 |
| ATR435b | Athletic Training Clinical Assessment II | 1 |
| ATR436b | Clinical Proficiencies in Athletic Training II | 1 |
| ATR478b | Senior Seminar in Athletic Training | 1 |
| HPE120 | First Aid | 2 |
| HPE250M | Statistics and Research Methods in Applied Health Science | 3 |
| HPE270 | Applied Nutrition and Physical Fitness | 3 |
| HPE375 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| HPE379 | Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| Choose from: a | 4 | |
| BIO103D* | Human Biology | |
| BIO112D* | Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology | |
| BIO113D* | Introduction to Organismic Biology | |
| BIO201 | Human Anatomy | 4 |
| BIO202 | Human Physiology | 4 |
| CHE111D* | General Chemistry I | 4 |
|
PEA118Q*** |
Beginning Weight Training |
1 |
| PSY100 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Choose from: a | 4 | |
| PHY100D* | Concepts in Physics | |
| PHY200D* | Introductory Physics I | |
| Total | 65 | |
| General Education | 51-52 | |
| Electives | 5-6** | |
| TOTAL | 122 |
The Bethel University Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) is accredited by the commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education Programs (CAATE) and is designed to prepare students for the Board of Certification (BOC) and for careers as certified athletic trainers.
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.
** Because of possible double counting between General Education and the major, the total of 122 credits can include up to 12 credits of electives.
a Students interested in pre-physical therapy should take PHY200D Introductory Physics I, and BIO112D Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology or BIO113D Introduction to Organismic Biology. They should consult the health professions advisor at Bethel for additional courses that may be required, dependent upon the graduate physical therapy program they choose.
b Courses with ATR designator must be completed in residence at Bethel University.
Students planning to complete the course of study in athletic training must apply to the Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) in the fall of their sophomore year. Enrollment may be limited due to constraints of clinical settings. Students may not graduate with the athletic training major without completing all clinical requirements for the ATEP.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION
Because of the limited opportunities for clinical experience in the Bethel University ATEP, a selection process is necessary to identify the most appropriate candidates for the available positions. A selection committee will evaluate each candidate based on overall GPA, GPA in the prerequisite courses, personal interviews with the selection committee, written application materials, and letters of recommendation. The number of students accepted into the ATEP each year is dependent upon the constraints of clinical settings and the number of clinical supervisors available.
Application packets are available in the health and physical education office by November 1. Each candidate must have all application materials, including personal reference forms, on file in the program director’s office by January 7. Selections are made in January, and successful candidates begin their clinical experiences in February.
Along with submitting the application materials, the candidate must also meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for admission to the Athletic Training Education Program:
- Attain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
- Complete HPE120 First Aid; BIO103D Human Biology, BIO112D Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology, or BIO113D Introduction to Organismic Biology; and BIO201 Human Anatomy, each with a minimum grade of C.
- Complete observation requirements (listed separately) and submit with application.
- Submit transcripts of all colleges and/or universities attended to the program director.
- Commit to a minimum of five semesters for the completion of course work and clinical experiences.
- Provide proof of a physical exam on file at Bethel University Health Services.
- Submit signed Technical Standards for Admission form. This form is included in the application packet and can be viewed on the Bethel University website (www.bethel.edu) under Athletic Training.
Progression
Students admitted to the ATEP must meet Bethel University requirements for academic progress. In addition, a student must:
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 and a 2.75 GPA in major courses.
- Earn a grade no lower than C in any major course.
- Complete clinical requirements as outlined in the ATEP Student Manual.
- Operate within the NATA Code of Ethics and the guidelines of the ATEP Student Manual.
Minor in Physical Education
| HPE120 | First Aid | 2 |
| HPE130 | Personal and Community Health | 3 |
| HPE200Q* | Professional Activities I | 4 |
| HPE201 | Foundations of Physical Education | 2 |
| HPE210 | Professional Activities II | 3 |
| HPE215 | Professional Activities III | 2 |
| Electives from | 300-level or above physical education courses | 4 |
| TOTAL | 20 |
Completion of this minor will not result in a Minnesota physical education teaching license.
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.
Minor in Health Education
| HPE120 | First Aid | 2 |
| HPE130 | Personal and Community Health | 3 |
| HPE225 | Foundations of Health Education | 2 |
| HPE340 | School Health and Drug Issues | 3 |
| EDU422 | Curriculum and Methods of 5-12 Health Education | 3 |
| Choose from: | 4 | |
| BIO101D* | Principles of Biology | |
| BIO109D* | General Biology | |
| BIO209 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
| TOTAL | 21 |
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.
As of September 1, 2001, the Minnesota Board of Teaching requires a major in Health Education 5-12 for licensure. Health endorsements will no longer be issued in Minnesota.
While the Minnesota Board of Teaching does not acknowledge minors, this minor is offered for students who anticipate teaching in a state that does acknowledge minors.
Minor in Athletic Coaching
| ATR325 | Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries | 3 |
| HPE120 | First Aid | 2 |
| HPE261 | Theory and Practice of Coaching | 4 |
| HPE270 | Applied Nutrition and Physical Fitness | 3 |
| HPE375 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| HPE420 | Athletic Coaching Practicum | 2 |
| Choose two from: | 2 | |
| HPE262 | Coaching of Baseball | |
| HPE263 | Coaching of Basketball | |
| HPE264 | Coaching of Football | |
| HPE265 | Coaching of Hockey | |
| HPE266 | Coaching of Track and Field | |
| HPE267 | Coaching of Volleyball | |
| HPE268 | Coaching of Softball | |
| HPE269 | Coaching of Soccer | |
| Choose from: | 4 | |
| BIO101D* | Principles of Biology | |
| BIO103D* | Human Biology | |
| BIO109D* | General Biology | |
| TOTAL | 23 |
* A student may also choose to use this course to meet a General Education requirement.