HPED

Grip, stance, and components of a good golf swing; rules, etiquette, and problem shots.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Skills, rules, strategies for both singles and doubles play.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

A basic class in target archery, this course requires no prior knowledge or experience. All equipment is provided. The emphasis is on target archery shooting technique, safety, and the history of archery. Grading is based on shooting skill, proper form, and knowledge of the sport.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Basic skills, strategies, and rules for singles and doubles play.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Advanced skills and strategies for singles and doubles play. Prerequisite: HPED 111 or permission of the instructor.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Basic weight training exercise for major muscle groups; routines appropriate for developing muscular strength and endurance.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Special instruction in sport and physical activities; rehabilitation for individuals with temporary and permanent physical disabilities.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Exercises which tone major muscle groups; principles of weight control; nutrition. Various aerobic exercises are emphasized.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

This series of Hatha yoga classes approaches the practice of yoga from its foundational bases of the breath, the ground and the spine. Yoga postures will be practiced by applying these foundations to the six movements of the spine. Emphasis will be placed on the student’s unique expression of stability and comfort in the yoga postures, which leads to stress reduction, fitness and deep relaxation.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Skills, rules, strategies, and formations for the sport of volleyball.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

A health-oriented approach toward developing and maintaining minimum levels of physical fitness for an entire lifetime. Emphasis on cardiovascular and muscular fitness, weight control and diet.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Fundamentals of basketball with emphasis on team play.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

American Red Cross certification.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Swimming strokes and techniques; water safety; swimming for personal fitness; water sports and activities.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Racket sports will include units in pickleball, tennis, and badminton. They are individual sports/partner sports that develop movement, skills, and strategies that will help identify the importance of lifetime activity. Teamwork, cooperation, and good sportsmanship behaviors enhance game play resulting in more enjoyable and successful movement experiences for all. Participating in an individual sport will help promote one's overall well-being by improving their overall fitness level.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Mobility and stability are fundamental components of our daily movement. In this course you are introduced to the concepts of stretching and mobility and will develop a better understanding of how they affect your posture, health, and daily functions. Increased flexibility enhances physical performance and helps maintain muscle fitness. Through various mobility and flexibility exercises you will increase your range of joint mobility and increase muscular flexibility.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Content varies.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Focuses on the importance of health and physical education in the elementary school curriculum; content development in accordance with the Healthful Living curriculum in North Carolina Standard Course of Study; selection and utilization of appropriate instructional materials and methods.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

This course is a study of health and wellness needs and problems designed to foster understanding and attitudes needed for the development of life skills and healthy behaviors. This essential foundation course will integrate broad health and wellness concepts with principles of safe and effective activity leadership, knowledge of various types of fitness programs for a variety of populations, and an understanding of basic fitness leadership.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Teaching approaches for beginning and advanced players for the sports of softball, baseball, and basketball. Also included are coaching philosophies, strategies, conditioning programs, drills, methods of evaluation, scouting, scoring, and charting procedures for the above listed activities.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Teaching approaches for beginning and advanced players for the sports of soccer and volleyball. Also included are coaching philosophies, strategies, conditioning programs, drills, and methods of evaluation, scouting, scoring, and charting procedures for the above listed activities.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Teaching beginning and advanced skills; training; scheduling; scouting; practice schedules; strategy; player evaluation and motivation. Sports covered include golf, tennis, cross country, and swimming.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become proficient sport officials in various sports and settings. Students will learn the rules, mechanics, and responsibilities of officiating different sports, with an emphasis on fair play, sportsmanship, and effective game management.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become proficient sport officials in various sports and settings. Students will learn the rules, mechanics, and responsibilities of officiating different sports, with an emphasis on fair play, sportsmanship, and effective game management.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

This course provides a comprehensive study of factors influencing health promotion and life skills including personality, societal and biological factors. This course will emphasize knowledge, skills and concepts necessary for the effective implementation of health education, disease prevention and disease control. Specifically, the course will emphasize prevention through the curriculum, identifying the high -risk student and appropriate referrals in the school system and community. Students will gain experience using technology as a strategic resource related to this topic.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Adoption of a movement concept and skill theme framework for teaching children fundamental and complex motor patterns, including sport and game skills, developmental gymnastics, recreational dance, and personal fitness skills.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

This course is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in teaching and coaching sport and physical activity across different age groups and stages of life. Students will explore various theories, strategies, and practical techniques for effective instruction and coaching in a wide range of sports and physical activities.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

This lab course will be required of health and physical majors. It will provide the students with practical experience outside of the classroom working with local students planning, teaching and assessing physical education lessons. A minimum of 15 practicum hours will be required and will be scheduled by the instructor.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Curriculum and method of instruction for health and physical education at the elementary level. This class is designed to prepare students to teach health and physical education in grades K-5. This course includes preparation in the knowledge and skills found in the Healthful Living Curriculum of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study. Knowledge of movement education, motor skills, skill analysis, components of health such as mental, emotional, personal and physical health. This course also provides a study of health, safety and physical education needs of elementary children (including content and methodology) and the integration of those needs with the curriculum. This course includes 15 hours of field experience.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

This course covers the methods, materials and techniques of teaching health and physical education in secondary school which includes organization and planning of the total 7-12 curriculum and daily programs. Students develop unit plans and examine a variety of approaches for teaching middle and high school health. Strategies for improving reading skills in Health Education will be an integral part of this course. This course includes 15 hours of field experience.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

**Other Courses Approved by Advisor NOTE: Teacher candidates may elect to major in Special Education and Elementary (K-6) Education. This program will require five years to complete. Prior transcripts will be reviewed, and a written program of study must be approved by the licensure officer. Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies (non-licensure) Professional Core Studies: (30 SH)

Subject

HPED

Credits (min)

45

Credits (max)

45

Credit unit

semester hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

The student enrolled is required to complete a minimum 120-hour work experience. The internship will be done with an approved mentor either in interscholastic or collegiate athletics. The student will be required to keep a daily reflection of activities and to submit a final paper summarizing the work experience. The mentor coach will also submit a written evaluation at the completion of the internship. The student must be enrolled in SMGT 408 in order to receive credit for experience. Prerequisite: Completion of 21 hours in the Coaching minor prior to taking internship.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Planning, administering, and evaluating accountability systems in physical education and exercise set- tings; assessment of individual achievement in psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains; analysis and interpretation of data; reliability, validity, objectivity, and other psychometric properties of tests; and considerations in selection of fitness tests for adults and children.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Curriculum and methods of instruction for physical education at the secondary level. This course will focus on current research and practice in physical education including, but not limited to, content analysis and development consistent with the Healthful Living component of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study, teaching strategies, planning, and assessment.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Specialty Studies: (44 SH Academic Credits)

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

This focuses on the integration of knowledge from previous coursework to prepare students for their semester of student teaching. Current trends and issues in physical education will also be addressed.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

This course is the culminating experience in the program of studies leading to initial certification. The course provides one semester of supervised experience in a public-school classroom. Emphasis is placed on the student’s demonstration of the standards for licensure and on the ability to integrate content area knowledge, and pedagogical theory and practice. The course will include on-site observation by a University supervisor and weekly seminars that address challenges in teaching that are experienced in the classroom. $200 fee.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

The focus of this course is upon the review of research relative to health and physical education in the elementary school setting (K-6). The teacher analyzes and discusses current research findings and applications to instructional practice. A variety of educational materials and approaches are evaluated for their effectiveness to meet the needs of diverse learners including students at risk and with exceptionalities. Teachers demonstrate their knowledge of content by developing lessons that integrate the national standards for health and physical education and the competencies from the North Carolina Standard Course of Study. Additionally, they demonstrate their ability to use audiovisual aids and electronic technology. A field experience component is required in this course.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

The focus of this course is upon the review of research relative to health and physical education in the secondary school setting (6-12). The teacher analyzes and discusses current research findings and applications to instructional practice. A variety of educational materials and approaches are evaluated for their effectiveness to meet the needs of diverse learners including students at risk and with exceptionalities. Teachers demonstrate their knowledge of content by developing lessons that integrate the national standards for health and physical education and the competencies from the North Carolina Standard Course of Study. Additionally, they demonstrate their ability to use audiovisual aids and electronic technology. A field experience component is required in this course.

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2024-2025

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Subject

HPED

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu