Physical Education

Related Programs of Study

• Exercise Science
• Fitness Management
• Health Education
• Strength & Conditioning

Careers

Graduates are highly sought after to fill K-12 PE teaching positions, and other career opportunities, including athletic coach, sports and recreation manager and camp director.

Hands-On Learning

Practicum, student teaching and service learning opportunities include:

• Surrounding school districts
• Augustana’s model classroom
• Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire
• Junior Achievement (JA) of South Dakota
• Lutheran Social Services (LSS) mentoring
• Camp counselor

Physical education students study away in:

• Kenya — focusing on global food insecurity and education with AU faculty
• Norway — for the exceptional children and youth practicum with AU faculty
• China — focusing on human relations in education with AU faculty

Courses & Organizations

Students take a combination of exercise science, physical education and biology courses to gain a broad understanding of both the human body and teaching methods. Physical education students will be listed as a double major in K-12 education.

Students can complement their studies with a minor in coaching.

Physical education students often participate in:

• FRIENDSLink
• Peer Navigator (Augie Access)
• Augustana University Education Association (AUEA)