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HPE

20 courses with the subject HPE, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

HPE 103FIELD EXP. I: HEALTH & PHYSICAL ED

This field-based course combines thematic lectures and case study analyses with systematic observation in a variety of Health and Psychical Education classroom settings. The goal of this course is to provide an overview of the various dimensions of modern HPE teaching. In addition to field site experiences, students will be introduced to online teaching practices and techniques using web conferencing and other tools. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151 and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class. This course meets three hours per week. Approximately 20 hours of fieldwork are involved. 1 credit

Subject
HPE
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 120Emerg. Care & Prev. of Injury3
Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 125GYMNASTICS & SYSTEMATIC EXERCISE1

This course provides an overview of the developmentally appropriate gymnastics and systemic exercise for PreK-12 students. The educational gymnastics approach emphasizes utilization of movement concepts appropriate for teaching children body awareness and body control. Students will learn skill progressions, spotting techniques, and biomechanical principles involved in a variety of gymnastic and systemic exercise skills. Students will learn how to perform these skills. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151, and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class.

Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 130SWIMMING & WATER SAFETY1

This course is designed to provide physical activity and direct experience in swimming and water safety. Students will demonstrate the basic knowledge of water safety, synchronized swimming, and the different swimming strokes. This course is designed for students to perform the various swimming strokes and create a synchronized swimming routine. Students will be lifeguard certified by the end of the course. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151, and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class.

Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 135RACQUET SPORTS1

This course is designed to provide physical activity and direct experience in racquet sports, such as, tennis, badminton, squash, table tennis, and pickle-ball. Students will demonstrate the basic knowledge of the rules for each of the racquet sports and any safety measures. This course is designed for students to execute the different racquet sports. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151, and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class.

Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 140BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL1

This course is designed to provide physical activity and direct experience in baseball and softball. Students will acquire a knowledge of the rules, positions, and techniques involved in both sports. Topics related to managing an amateur team will also be explored. Throughout the course, candidates will show their proficiency through a variety of playing and coaching demonstrations. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151, and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class.

Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 150TEAM SPORTS I

This course provides Health and Physical Education majors with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, skills, and instructional methods associated with a variety of team sports including basketball, soccer, football, lacrosse, rugby and field hockey. Emphasis is placed on skill development, game strategies, rules and regulations, teaching methodologies, and assessment techniques. Students will explore the physical, cognitive, and social benefits of team sports while learning how to create inclusive and developmentally appropriate experiences for diverse populations. Practical application through skill demonstrations, officiating 216

Subject
HPE
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 210VOLLEYBALL AND BASKETBALL1

This course is designed to provide physical activity and direct experience in volleyball and basketball. Students will demonstrate the basic knowledge of the rules, the various positions, and plays involved in both sports. This course is designed for students to play in volleyball and basketball games. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151, and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class.

Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 215SOCCER AND LACROSSE1

This course is designed to provide physical activity and direct experience in soccer and lacrosse. Students will demonstrate the basic knowledge of the rules, the various positions, and plays involved in both sports. This course is designed for students to play in soccer and lacrosse games. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151, and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class.

Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 220FOOTBALL AND RUGBY1

This course is designed to provide physical activity and direct experience in football and rugby. Students will demonstrate the basic knowledge of the rules, the various positions, and plays involved in both sports. This course is designed for students to play in football and rugby games. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151, and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class.

Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 225WRESTLING & TRACK/FIELD1

This course is designed to provide physical activity and direct experience in wrestling and track and field. Students will demonstrate the basic knowledge of the rules, different field and track events, and wrestling moves. This course is designed for students to participate in wrestling matches and track and field events. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151, and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class.

Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 230STRENGTH & WEIGHTLIFTING1

This course is designed to provide the health and physical education candidates with experience in strength and weightlifting training. Topics will include: safe lifting techniques, strength training and programming, a basic understanding of anatomy and cell fuel metabolism, and the physics of human force production. Assessments in this course will be academic and performance-based. Performance based assessments require candidates to safely demonstrate the primary lifts and basic coaching skills. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151, and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class.

Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 250TEAM SPORTS II

This course equips Health and Physical Education majors with a thorough understanding of the principles, skills, and instructional strategies essential for teaching a variety of team sports, including baseball, softball, racquet sports, wrestling, track and field, and more. Emphasizing skill development, game strategies, rules and regulations, and effective teaching methodologies, students will gain the knowledge and practical experience needed to foster active and inclusive learning environments. The course explores the physical, cognitive, and social benefits of team sports while preparing students to design developmentally appropriate instruction for diverse K-12 populations. Through skill demonstrations, officiating practice, and peer teaching, students will refine their ability to lead engaging and meaningful team sports activities. Additionally, the course highlights the role of sportsmanship, leadership, and teamwork in promoting lifelong participation in physical activity. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151, and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class. Variable 0 to 3 credits.

Subject
HPE
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 260Comprehensive Movement &

Fitness Activities for HPE 3

Subject
HPE
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 270PERSONAL & COMMUNITY HEALTH3

This course is designed to give the student an understanding of customized training and of assessment techniques used in physical education. Students will learn how to create various different customized training plans for K-12 students. In addition, students will learn the various techniques used for assessing student performance. This course provides the opportunity for students to use several of the computer application related to physical education. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151, and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class.

Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 315DANCE & AEROBICS1

This course is designed to provide physical activity and direct experience in dance and aerobics. Students will demonstrate the basic knowledge of various different styles of dance and aerobic exercises. This course is designed for students to participate in the different styles of dance and aerobic exercises. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151, and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class.

Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 320GAMES, ATHLETIC ATIVITIES &
Subject
HPE
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 325ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION

This course is designed to provide knowledge related to handicapping condition and the effects of these handicaps upon motor development and the performance of motor activities. The types of conditions considered orthopedic handicaps, learning disabilities, cardio-respiratory disorders, behavioral disorders, sensory impairments, and other temporary and permanent handicapping conditions. Students will understand physical fitness concepts and be able to make adaptions to meet the fitness needs of individuals with 217

Subject
HPE
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 330SPECIAL TOPICS: ALTERNATIVE SPORT1

This course is designed to provide physical activity and direct experience in alternative sports, such as, yoga, archery, bowling, and dodge ball. Students will demonstrate the basic knowledge of the rules, safety protocols, and exercises involved in the different alternative sports. This course is designed for students to participate/perform in the different alternative sports. Tubercular check, FBI, Act 151, and Act 34 clearances must be obtained before beginning the class.

Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu
HPE 340Custom. Training & Assessment4

Teacher Certification (59 credits)

Subject
HPE
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.stvincent.edu

Source: Saint Vincent College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59