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Twin Cities Campus
Applied Kinesiology M.Ed.Kinesiology, School of
College of Education and Human Development
Link to a list of faculty for this program.
Contact Information
School of Kinesiology, 220 Cooke Hall, 1900 University Avenue S.E., Minneapolis, MN 55455 (612-625-5300; fax: 612-626-7700)
Email:
kin@umn.edu
Website: http://cehd.umn.edu/kin
Along with the program-specific requirements listed below, please read the
General Information section of
this
website for requirements that apply to all major fields.
The master of education (M.Ed.) professional studies degree programs are designed to meet the needs of practicing professionals in education and human development fields. Students admitted typically have interests in improving their current professional practice and applying their education in their current work responsibilities. The M.Ed. in applied kinesiology examines human movement, physical performance, and organizational structures of sport, exercise and movement science, sport and recreation management, and physical activities for persons with disabilities. The subplans in K-12 physical education, health education, and developmental and adapted physical education prepare future educators to assume leadership roles in K-12 schools.
With guidance from faculty advisers, students choose at least 30 semester credits, which may include coursework, independent study, internships, workshops, and professional, site-based experiences. Five program options are available:
1. Sport and exercise science: general preparation in a variety of areas or in-depth preparation in one area of applied kinesiology
2. Sport management: a primary focus on the management of sport and physical activity settings
3. Developmental and adapted physical education (DAPE): prepares students for Minnesota teaching licensure in DAPE for grades preK-12
4. Physical education: designed to help students become inquiring, analytical, and reflective professional educators knowledgeable about the science of movement who are prepared for leadership roles in the schools.
5. Health education: designed to prepare students in important aspects of health and well-being and who are enthusiastic and prepared for leadership roles in the schools.
Note: Candidates for the DAPE M.Ed./additional license must hold a current Minnesota teaching license in physical education.
Accreditation
This program is accredited by National Association for Colleges of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Program Delivery
Prerequisites for Admission
The preferred undergraduate GPA for admittance to the program
is 2.50.
A bachelor's degree, preferably in physical education or kinesiology.
Special Application Requirements:
Each Track has a different application due date, please see web site:http://www.cehd.umn.edu/kin/programs.asp
All applicants must submit the following items:
- Official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions the student has attended or is currently attending, except the University of Minnesota. Transcripts must be received from the issuing school in a sealed and stamped envelope, and mailed to School of Kinesiology, Cooke Hall, 1900 University Ave. Se., Minneapolis, MN 55455.
- Any student with a U.S. bachelor's degree or a comparable foreign degree from an accredited college or university may apply to CEHD. Official transcripts of all previous post-secondary academic study must be submitted. Transcripts from coursework completed at a university outside of the United States must be evaluated by a professional credential evaluation center.
- Developmental and adapted physical education (DAPE) subplan applicants must submit a copy of current K-12 physical education license(s).
All applicants must upload or submit the following items with their online applications:
- A résumé
- A personal statement describing the applicant's career goals and rationale for interest in the M.Ed. program (limit two pages)
International applicants must submit score(s) from one of the following tests:
Key to test
abbreviations
(TOEFL, IELTS, MELAB).
For an online application or for more information about graduate education admissions, see the
General Information section of this
website.
Program Requirements
Plan C: Plan C requires
20 to 30
major credits and
0 to 10
credits outside the
major.
There is no final exam.
This program may not be completed with a minor.
Use of 4xxx courses toward program requirements is permitted under certain conditions with adviser approval.
Program Sub-plans
Students are required to complete one of the following sub-plans.
Students may not complete the program with more than one sub-plan.
Developmental and Adapted Physical Education
The M.Ed. in Applied Kinesiology-Developmental and Adapted Physical Education (DAPE) subplan is designed for students who currently hold a Minnesota teaching license in physical education and who wish to expand their knowledge and experience to teaching developmental and adapted physical education.
The M.Ed. in Applied Kinesiology -- DAPE subplan requires a minimum of 30 graduate-level credits. Students who currently have their Minnesota teaching license in physical education generally obtain their additional license in DAPE in the School of Kinesiology and take an additional 7 course credits to earn the M.Ed. Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA.
DAPE Required Courses
The M.Ed. requires 16 credits of Kinesiology courses, 13 credits of Educational Psychology courses, and 1 elective credit. Students register for 4 credits of KIN 5196 and 3 credits of KIN 5995.
Required Kinesiology Courses
KIN 5103 {Inactive}
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5104 - Physical Activities for Persons with Disabilities
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5196 {Inactive}
(1.0-4.0 cr)
KIN 5995 - Research Problems in Applied Kinesiology
(1.0-6.0 cr)
Take either KIN 4981 or KIN 5981 in consultation with adviser.
KIN 5181 - Understanding Kinesiology Research
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 5981 - Research Methodology in Kinesiology and Sport Management
(3.0 cr)
Required Educational Psychology Courses
EPSY 5613 - Foundations of Special Education I
[DSJ]
(3.0 cr)
EPSY 5614W - Assessment and Due Process in Special Education
[WI]
(3.0 cr)
EPSY 5616W - Classroom Management and Behavior Analytic Problem Solving
[WI]
(3.0 cr)
EPSY 5618 - Specialized Interventions for Students With Mild/Moderate Disabilities in Reading & Written Language
(3.0 cr)
Elective courses
Students must take a minimum of 1 additional course credit in Kinesiology in consultation with adviser. An elective course taken outside Kinesiology must be approved by the adviser.
Physical Education
The physical education initial licensure program at the University of Minnesota is designed to help students become inquiring, analytical, and reflective educators with a strong experiential base on which to apply the principles and methods learned in their University courses. This program has a subset of prerequisite courses. Contact the School of Kinesiology for more information.
The Master of education (M.Ed.)/initial licensure program is for individuals with bachelor's degrees who wish to become licensed teachers. This graduate-level program provides rigorous, professional teacher preparation in accordance with the Minnesota Standards for Effective Practice for Teachers and the Physical Education Content Standards adopted by the Minnesota Board of Teaching.
The M.Ed. in Applied Kinesiology -- Physical Education subplan requires a minimum of 30 graduate-level credits. Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA. Additional requirements and credits will be required to earn the initial licensure, which is awarded through the Minnesota Department of Education. For more information on the initial licensure program, go to the School of Kinesiology website.
Required Core Coursework
Students take 21 credits of kinesiology courses in pedagogical and theoretical foundations of education, curriculum, and clinical experience. Courses required are listed below and should be taken in consultation with the adviser. Students must register for 4 credits of KIN 6598 and 2 credits of KIN 5995.
KIN 6151 {Inactive}
(2.0 cr)
KIN 6521 {Inactive}
(4.0 cr)
KIN 6522 {Inactive}
(4.0 cr)
KIN 6598 {Inactive}
(2.0-6.0 cr)
KIN 5152 {Inactive}
(2.0 cr)
KIN 5995 - Research Problems in Applied Kinesiology
(1.0-6.0 cr)
Elective Courses
Students take 9 credits of elective coursework in consultation with the adviser.
Health Education
The health education initial licensure program is designed to help students become inquiring, analytical, and reflective professional educators in health and health-related issues. The program seeks to develop thoughtful practitioners who can respond to the latest developments related to health and well-being and who are enthusiastic and prepared for leadership roles in the schools.
Master of education (M.Ed.)/initial licensure programs are for individuals with bachelor's degrees who want to become licensed teachers. These graduate-level programs provide rigorous, professional teacher preparation in accordance with the Minnesota Standards for Effective Practice for Teachers and the Physical Education Content Standards adopted by the Minnesota Board of Teaching.
Teachers who are currently licensed by the state of Minnesota may obtain a Health Education Additional License offered by the School of Kinesiology.
The M.Ed. in Applied Kinesiology -- Health Education subplan requires a minimum of 30 graduate-level credits. Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA. Additional requirements and credits will be required to earn the initial licensure, which is awarded through the Minnesota Department of Education. For more information on the initial licensure program, go to the School of Kinesiology website.
Required Core Courses
Students take 22 credits of kinesiology courses in theoretical foundations of health education, curriculum, and clinical experience. Courses required are listed below and should be taken in consultation with the adviser. Students must register for 4 credits of KIN 6202 and 2 credits of KIN 5995.
KIN 5201 {Inactive}
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5202 - Current Issues in Health
(2.0 cr)
KIN 5203 - Health Media, Consumerism, and Communication
(2.0 cr)
KIN 5204 {Inactive}
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5205 {Inactive}
(3.0 cr)
KIN 6202 {Inactive}
(2.0-6.0 cr)
KIN 5995 - Research Problems in Applied Kinesiology
(1.0-6.0 cr)
Elective Courses
Students take 8 credits of elective coursework in consultation with the adviser.
Sport and Exercise Science: Professional Studies
Students will complete a total of 30 course credits, including a minimum of 20 kinesiology course credits and a maximum of 10 credits of non-KIN electives. This emphasis has three concentrations: Sport Performance, Athletic Training, and Health Promotion. A maximum total of 9 credits of 4xxx-level courses are allowed with adviser's consent. Students must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Required Courses
Students must consult with their adviser to determine their appropriate concentration and coursework. All concentrations require the following courses. Students register for 4 credits of KIN 5995.
KIN 5181 - Understanding Kinesiology Research
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5995 - Research Problems in Applied Kinesiology
(1.0-6.0 cr)
Recommended KIN Elective Courses
A minimum of 13 credits should be chosen from the following list with adviser consultation. KIN 5720, KIN 5992 and KIN 5696 are limited to 3-4 credits.
KIN 4385 - Exercise Physiology
(4.0 cr)
or
KIN 4641 - Training Theory & Analytics I for Exercise & Sport Performance
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 4520 {Inactive}
(2.0-4.0 cr)
or
KIN 4741 - Training Theory & Analytics 2 for Sport Performance
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 5841 - Elite Performance and Environmental Considerations
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 5441 - Applied Sport Science Research
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 5122 - Applied Exercise Physiology
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 5123 - Motivational Interventions in Physical Activity
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 5136 - Psychology of Coaching
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 5142 - Applied Nutrition for Sport Performance and Optimal Health
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 5202 - Current Issues in Health
(2.0 cr)
or
KIN 5203 - Health Media, Consumerism, and Communication
(2.0 cr)
or
KIN 5371 - Sport and Society
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 5375 {Inactive}
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 5585 {Inactive}
(2.0 cr)
or
KIN 5641 - Scientific Theory and Application of Training and Conditioning in Sport
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 5720 - Special Topics in Kinesiology
(2.0-4.0 cr)
or
KIN 5723 - Psychology of Sport Injury and Rehabilitation
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 5725 - Organization and Management of Physical Education and Sport
(3.0 cr)
or
KIN 5992 - Readings in Kinesiology
(1.0-9.0 cr)
or
KIN 5696 - Practicum in Kinesiology
(1.0-6.0 cr)
Recommended non-KIN electives
A maximum of 10 credits of non-KIN courses may be taken. Students should consult with their adviser to determine the most appropriate courses based on academic background and future career goals.
PUBH 6320 - Fundamentals of Epidemiology
(3.0 cr)
or
PHSL 5444 - Muscle
(3.0 cr)
or
PHAR 5201 - Applied Medical Terminology
(2.0 cr)
or
PHAR 5205 - Obesity: Issues, Interventions, Innovations
(2.0 cr)
or
PHAR 5206 {Inactive}
(3.0 cr)
Sport Management: Professional Studies
Students will complete a total of 30 credits, including 22 core course requirements and a minimum of 8 electives. Required courses will provide students with a well-balanced perspective of the industry; multiple options in elective courses allow students to focus on topics they find applicable and interesting in relation to the sport and physical activity industry. Students must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Required Courses
Students must register for 3 credits of KIN 5995, which must be taken in the last semester of study.
KIN 5421 - Sport Finance
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5601 - Sport Management Ethics and Policy
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5631 - Programming and Promotion in Sport
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5725 - Organization and Management of Physical Education and Sport
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5801 - Legal Aspects of Sport and Physical Activity
(4.0 cr)
KIN 5995 - Research Problems in Applied Kinesiology
(1.0-6.0 cr)
Elective Courses
Students choose a minimum of 8 elective credits in consultation with adviser. Recommended electives are listed, however one (1) course may be selected from outside Kinesiology, such as in the Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy and Development or Carlson School of Management. KIN 5461 is required for students without baseline knowledge of sport management. KIN 5720 is limited to 3-4 credits.
KIN 5111 - Sports Facilities
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5115 - Event Management in Sport
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5371 - Sport and Society
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5461 - Issues in the Sport Industry
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5511 - Sport and Gender
(3.0 cr)
KIN 5804 - National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Compliance
(2.0 cr)
KIN 5720 - Special Topics in Kinesiology
(2.0-4.0 cr)
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