Undergraduate Program

Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Health, Exercise and Sports Sciences is to positively impact citizens and institutions of New Mexico and other regions through teaching, scholarship and service pertaining to healthy lifestyles, disease prevention, lifetime physical activity and/or sports participation. The curricula offered in the program foster understanding in five areas:

Health Education/Promotion
Physical Education
Exercise Science
Sport Administration
Athletic Training

Degrees Offered

The Professional Physical Education Program offers three majors: Physical Education, Exercise Science and Athletic Training. A minor in Athletic Coaching is also available.

Teaching Major

Bachelor of Science in Education in Physical Education (B.S.Ed.)

(K–12th grades License, 7–12th grades Secondary Education License)

Non-Teaching Majors

Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training (B.S.)
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science (B.S.)

Minor
Athletic Coaching

Endorsement Teaching Field
Physical Education

Bachelor of Science in Education in Physical Education

The curriculum leading to the degree of Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.Ed) in Physical Education is designed to prepare the student to teach physical education in elementary, middle and/or junior and senior high schools (K–12). Students completing the program are eligible to apply for a teaching license in New Mexico. The examinations required by the State of New Mexico are the New Mexico Assessment of Teacher Competency and the Physical Education Content Test.

State Board of Education licensure requirements are subject to periodic change. Contact a PETE advisor for specific requirements for programs leading to educator licensure and endorsement (K–12).

A grade of "C" or better (not "C-") is required for each General Education course that counts toward the 120 credit hour degree. A grade of "B-" or better is required for all content courses.

		Credit Hours
Semester 1
BIOL 123	Biology for Health Related Sciences and Non-Majors	3
BIOL 124L	Biology for Health Related Sciences and Non-Majors Lab	1
ENGL 110 (or ENGL 112; or ENGL 112)	Accelerated Composition (or Composition II; or Enhanced Composition)	3
HIST 101 -or- HIST 102	Western Civilization to 1648 Western Civilization Post 1648	3
MATH 121	College Algebra	3
PSY 105	General Psychology	3
	Subtotal	16
Semester 2
CHEM 111	Elements Of General Chemistry	4
CJ 130	Public Speaking	3
HED 164L	Standard First Aid	3
HIST 161 -or- HIST 162	History of the United States to 1877 History of the United States Since 1877	3
STAT 145	Introduction to Statistics	3
	Subtotal	16
Semester 3
BIOL 237	Human Anatomy and Physiology I for the Health Sciences	3
BIOL 247L	Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I	1
ENGL 120	Composition III	3
PEP 208	Teaching Fitness Concepts	3
PEP 245	Professional Laboratory Experience in Physical Education	3
PEP 250	Physical Education Skills and Content Knowledge I	3
	Subtotal	16
Semester 4
NUTR 244	Human Nutrition	3
PEP 251	Physical Education Skills and Content Knowledge II	3
PEP 277	Kinesiology	3
PEP 288	Motor Learning and Performance	3
UNM Core	Second Language	3
	Subtotal	15
Semester 5
EDPY 303	Human Growth and Development	3
LLSS 321	School and Society	3
PEP 301	Physical Education in Secondary Schools	3
PEP 319	Physical Education in the Elementary School	3
PEP 444	Teaching and Learning in Physical Education	3
	Subtotal	15
Semester 6
EDPY 310	Learning and the Classroom	3
PEP 410	Assessment in Physical Education	3
PEP 430	Classroom/Behavior Management in Physical Education	3
PEP 466	Adapted Physical Education	3
UNM Core	Social and Behavioral Sciences	3
	Subtotal	15
Semester 7
EDUC *438	Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Field	3
PEP 326L	Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology	3
PEP 479	Organization and Administration of Physical Education	3
UNM Core	Fine Arts	3
UNM Core	Social and Behavioral Sciences	3
	Subtotal	15
Semester 8
PEP 400	Student Teaching in the Elementary School	6
PEP 461	Student Teaching in the Secondary Schools	6
	Subtotal	12
	Degree Total	120

Physical Education Teacher Education– UNM Core Requirements

1.	Writing and Speaking
	ENGL 110 (or ENGL 112; or ENGL 113)
	ENGL 120
2.	Mathematics
	STAT 145*
3.	Physical and Natural Sciences
	BIOL 123/124L* - 4 credit hours
	CHEM 111 - 4 credit hours
4.	Social and Behavioral Sciences
	PSY 105*
	Elective - 3 credit hours
5.	Humanities
	HIST 101 or 102**
	HIST 161 or 162**
6.	Second Language
	Elective - 3 credit hours
7.	Fine Arts
	Elective - 3 credit hours

* Program course requirement
** Senate Bill 106 requirement

Special Requirements for Physical Education Student Teaching

Admission to the College of Education and the Physical Education Teacher Education Program occurs at Checkpoint 1:

Complete general education courses with an overall GPA of 2.5
Complete content area courses with a grade of "B-" or better
Pass the New Mexico Teacher Assessment of Basic Skills Test
Submit the COE application packet to the COE Advisement Center in Hokona Hall
Fulfill all Checkpoint I requirements with a rating of acceptable or better
Submit the Checkpoint 1 application along with Portfolio for faculty review
Attain Disposition rating of Basic or higher

Admission to Physical Education Student Teaching occurs at Checkpoint 2:

Complete general education courses with an overall GPA of 2.5
Complete content area courses with a grade of "B-" or better
Receive an acceptable rating on Junior Block Instructional Evaluations
Complete a Graduation Check
Fulfill all Checkpoint 2 requirements with a rating of acceptable or better
Submit the Checkpoint 2 application along with Portfolio for faculty review
Attain Disposition rating of Basic or higher

Physical Education Degree Completion Review occurs at Checkpoint 3:

Complete general education courses with an overall GPA of 2.5
Complete content area courses with a grade of "B-" or better
Receive an acceptable rating on Student Teacher Instructional Evaluations
Fulfill all Checkpoint 3 requirements with a rating of acceptable or better
Submit the Checkpoint 3 application along with Portfolio for faculty review

Post-Baccalaureate endorsement programs in Physical Education-Teacher Education are also available.

Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training

Mission Statement: The mission of the University of New Mexico Athletic Training Education Program (UNM-ATEP) is to provide a comprehensive and progressive, didactic and clinical foundation to prepare qualified professionals for a career in athletic training. Strong emphasis is placed upon the provision of opportunities within the curriculum for the development of skills encompassing the domains of athletic training. Through successful completion of the UNM-ATEP, graduates are prepared to pass the Board of Certification examination, become competent healthcare professionals, and provide optimal health care to the physically active.

Overview: The UNM-ATEP is dedicated to creating and maintaining an educational program that meets the standards and guidelines set forth by the following governing bodies: Board of Certification (BOC), Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), and the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Executive Committee for Education (ECE).

The University of New Mexico grants a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Athletic Training upon completion of the UNM-ATEP. Successful completion of the UNM-ATEP is achieved through structure and content as described below.

Admission: The UNM-ATEP has secondary admission requirements. Please refer to the program office at 505-277-5151 for all specific requirements and information.

Requirements

Athletic Training Students must obtain a “B-” (GPA 2.85) or better in all athletic training courses (*) to advance in the UNM-ATEP. A grade of "C" (not "C-") or better is required for all other courses that count towards the 129 credit hour degree.

		Credit Hours
First Year
Fall
CHEM 111	Elements of General Chemistry	4
ENGL 110 (or ENGL 112; or ENGL 113)	Accelerated Composition (or Composition II; or Enhanced Composition)	3
HED 164L	Standard First Aid/Lab *	3
PEP 273	Introduction to Athletic Training *	3
PEP 284	Athletic Training Observation Lab *	3
	Total	16
Spring
BIOL 123/124L	Biology for Health Related Sciences and Non Majors/Lab	4
CJ 130	Public Speaking	3
ENGL 120	Composition III	3
MATH 121	College Algebra	3
PEP 285	Athletic Training Clinical I *	3
	Total	16
Second Year
Fall
BIOL 237/247L	Human Anatomy and Physiology I for the Health Sciences/Lab *	4
EMS 113	EMT-Basic *	8
EMS 142	EMT-Basic Lab *	2
PEP 286	Evaluation of Athletic Injuries-Extremities *	3
	Total	17
Spring
BIOL 238/248L	Human Anatomy and Physiology II for the Health Sciences/Lab *	4
NUTR 244	Human Nutrition *	3
PEP 277	Kinesiology *	3
PEP 287	Evaluation of Athletic Injuries-Trunk/Torso *	3
PSY 105	General Psychology	3
	Total	16
Third Year
Fall
PEP 288	Motor Learning and Performance *	3
PEP 326L	Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology *	3
PEP 374	Therapeutic Modalities *	3
PEP 481	Athletic Training Clinical II *	3
STAT 145	Introduction to Statistics	3
UNM Core	Second Language	3
	Total	18
Spring
PEP 289	Tests and Measurements in Physical Education	3
PEP 375	Pharmacology in Athletic Training *	3
PEP 473	Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries *	3
PEP 483	Athletic Training Clinical III *	3
UNM Core	Humanities	3
	Total	15
Fourth Year
Fall
PEP 373	General Medical Conditions in Athletic Training *	3
PEP 470	Designs for Fitness *	4
PEP 488	Athletic Training Clinical IV *	3
PEP 489	Research in Athletic Training *	3
UNM Core	Social and Behavioral Science	3
	Total	16
Spring
PEP 474	Athletic Training Administration *	3
PEP 490	Topics in Athletic Training *	3
Elective	Upper-division elective 300+ level: Advisor Approval	3
UNM Core	Fine Arts	3
UNM Core	Humanities	3
	Total	15
	Curriculum Total	129

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science

The curriculum leads to a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Exercise Science and includes course work in the theoretical and applied aspects of exercise science. The major prepares students for a variety of careers including physical and occupational therapy, health promotion, personal training, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, wellness, strength and conditioning and other allied health occupations.

The Exercise Science program requires a 3.2 GPA, completion of BIOL 237/247L, and current certification in First Aid, CPR and AED for admission into the undergraduate program. A grade of "B-" or better is required for all PEP and PENP courses; a grade of "C" (not "C-") or better is required for each general education course applicable towards the degree. A student earning below a "B-" in a PEP course may repeat the class. However, if the student does not receive a "B-" or better on the second attempt he/she is removed from the Exercise Science program.

		Credit Hours
First Year
BIOL 123/124L	Biology for Health Related Sciences and Non-Majors	4
CHEM 121/123L	General Chemistry I	4
CHEM 122/124L	General Chemistry II	4
ENGL 110 (or ENGL 112; or ENGL 113)	Accelerated Composition (or Composition II; or Enhanced Composition)	3
ENGL 120	Composition III	3
MATH 121	College Algebra	3
NUTR 244	Human Nutrition	3
PEP 273	Introduction to Athletic Training	3	Fa/Sp
PEP 288	Motor Learning and Performance	3	Fa/Sp
PSY 105	General Psychology	3
	Total	33
Second Year
BIOL 237/247L	Human Anatomy and Physiology I for the Health Sciences	4
BIOL 238/248L	Human Anatomy and Physiology II for the Health Sciences	4
CHEM 212	Integrated Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry	4
CJ 130	Public Speaking	3
PEP 277	Kinesiology	3	Fa/Sp
PEP 289	Tests and Measurements in Physical Education	3	Fa/Sp
PEP 326L	Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology	3	Fa/Sp/Sm
STAT 145	Introduction to Statistics	3
UNM Core	Social and Behavioral Sciences	3
	Total	30
Third Year
NUTR 344	Energy Nutrients in Human Nutrition	3	Fa
NUTR 345	Vitamins and Minerals in Human Nutrition	3
PENP 102	Intermediate Swimming	1
PEP 305	Teaching Exercise	3	Sp
PEP 470	Designs for Fitness	4	Fa/Sp
PEP 475	EKG Interpretation	3	Fa
PEP 476	Exercise Testing and Interpretation	3	Sp
PHYC 102 -or- PHYC 151	Introduction to Physics General Physics	3
UNM Core	Humanities	3
UNM Core	Secondary Language	3
	Total	29
Fourth Year
PEP 391	Problems	1	Fa/Sp
PEP 469	Management Concepts in Sport and Fitness Settings	3
PEP 471	Exercise and Disease Prevention	3	Sp
PEP 478	Sports Physiology	3	Sp
PEP 495	Practicum	6	Fa/Sp/Sm
Electives	>300-level electives	6
UNM Core	Humanities	3
UNM Core	Fine Arts	3
	Total	28
	Curriculum Total	120

Minor Study

Minor in Athletic Coaching

		Credit Hours
	Core Requirements
EDPY 303	Human Growth and Development	3
HED 164L	Standard First Aid	3
PEP 273	Introduction to Athletic Training	3
PEP 288	Motor Learning and Performance	3
PEP 479	Organization and Administration of Physical Education	3
PEP 480	Principles of Coaching	3
PEP 495	Practicum	3
	(PEP 444 Teaching and Learning in Physical Education can be substituted for PEP 480)
	Total	21
	Electives:*
	Choose 3 credit hours from the following:
HED 171	Personal Health Management	3
HED 310	Injury Prevention	1
PEP 208	Teaching Fitness Concepts	3
PEP 222	Target Activities	1
PEP 223	Invasion Games	1
PEP 225	Net Games	1
PEP 226	Lifetime Pursuits	1
PEP 234	Track and Field/Cooperative Games	1
PEP 277	Kinesiology	3
PEP 289	Tests and Measurements in Physical Education	3
PEP 326L	Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology	3
PEP 465	Theory of Basketball	3
PEP 467	Physical Disabilities and Causes	3
PEP 478	Sports Psychology	3
NUTR 244	Human Nutrition	3
	*Other electives may be allowed upon advisor approval
	Total Minor Credit Hours	24

Additional Information

Students who, for any reason, interrupt their progress in the physical education program at the University of New Mexico for more than two consecutive semesters must reapply.

High School Preparation: Students intending to study professional physical education should prepare themselves adequately in high school with courses in biology, algebra, chemistry and physics.

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