Kinesiology - Physical Education Teaching Concentration Overview

USI's Kinesiology program equips you for entry-level roles in fitness and health, with a Personal Training Concentration that emphasizes training methods for diverse populations. You’ll gain hands-on experience with real clients while also earning a P-12 Licensure minor, qualifying you to teach physical education from grades P-12.

The Kinesiology and Sport Department offers cutting-edge facilities, including specialized labs for human performance and instructional techniques. Faculty members are dedicated to your success, providing a curriculum aligned with American College of Sports Medicine standards that combines theory and practical application. Concentrations include nutrition, personal training, fitness management, senior fitness, and physical education teaching, preparing you for immediate employment and further education.

Other Emphases

Kinesiology - Fitness & Recreational Management Concentration

Major

Kinesiology - Nutrition Concentration

Major

Kinesiology - Personal Training Concentration

Major

Kinesiology - Senior Fitness Concentration

Major

5,000+

Square Feet Lab Space

Division I Athletics

150+

Hours of Field Experience

College & Department Contacts

Dr. Renee Frimming

Professor of Kinesiology and Sport

Chair of Kinesiology and Sport

Career Outlook

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The Kinesiology major prepares students for entry-level positions in the following areas: fitness clubs, YMCAs, recreation centers, corporate fitness and wellness centers, health departments, senior centers, and hospital fitness and wellness centers. Examples of kinesiology positions include, but are not limited to personal trainers, group exercise instructors, community wellness program managers, worksite fitness or wellness center managers, health coaches, and private or commercial fitness club general managers or consultants. It is also designed to prepare students to test for the American College of Sports Medicine’s Certified Personal Trainer and Aerobics and Fitness Association of America’s Primary Group Exercise Instructor Certification.

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The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.

Tuition and Fees

Scholarships and Aid

Grants

The University of Southern Indiana offers programs that lead to educator licensure in 20 areas. The cluster of all educator licensure programs is referred to as the Educator Preparation Provider (EPP) and is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation.

The Dean of the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education has primary responsibility for the EPP and oversees functions that cut across 10 departments and two colleges, with the Teacher Education Department as the hub. Click here to learn more.

Out-of-State Licensure Information

Requirements for licensure and certification vary by profession and by state. USI has reviewed the educational requirements for each state and licensing agency to determine if the academic program here at USI meets the educational requirements to be eligible for licensure/certification in each state or not. Please note that some states may have additional requirements for licensure, such as residency requirements, additional non-academic certifications, etc. that USI cannot determine. We encourage you to check with your state's licensing agency for all requirements needed to obtain licensure.

Licensing Information

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