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Teach secondary health and physical education or work in health programming with our online MAT degree.

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Program Details

Next Start Date: 1/15/2025
Course Length: 8 weeks
Estimated Length: 12–18 months
Credit Hours: 33-39 (Traditional or Option 6)
Cost Per Credit: $319

M.A. Teaching Health & PE Overview

With your MAT degree from Campbellsville University Online, you will be prepared to teach health and physical education at the K–12 level. Your online master’s in physical education could also lead to a K–12 coaching position or bolster a career in athletics, outdoor education or personal training.

Combining Campbellsville University’s Christian values with expertise in both content and teaching methods, the online master’s in physical education emphasizes human growth and development, educational technologies and diverse learning styles. As you hone your content literacy, you will practice effective assessment, research methods and strategies for teaching physical education.

As part of the online physical education master’s program, you will complete field-based experiences in a public school. This gives you the opportunity to practice your skills in the field while receiving support from faculty, coworkers and peers. Student teaching, the last degree requirement for those not already teaching with a provisional certificate (Option 6), will ensure that you are ready for a demanding, yet rewarding career.

Campbellsville University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Campbellsville’s education programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and are approved by the Education Professional Standards Board of Kentucky (EPSB) for teacher education and certification.

“As a three-time graduate from Campbellsville University, having been both a traditional and online student, I can say the fully-online program was good and life-changing. I would highly recommend CU Online for anyone wanting to find their calling in life.”
– Joe Milazzo

Joe Milazzo

Course Map

The online physical education master’s program is made up of 33 to 39 credit hours, depending on if you are completing the Option 6 program.


Admissions Requirements

In order to apply to Campbellsville University’s master’s in health and physical education online, prospective students must submit or complete the following:

  1. Complete the online application
  2. All official college transcripts from each college or university previously attended and currently attended
  3. 2.75 overall GPA from their undergraduate studies or a 3.0 in their last 30 hours
  4. Must have at least a bachelor’s degree in the field in which the applicant wishes to teach

*Some additional requirements will be requested upon acceptance into the program.


Costs & Financial Aid

The online master’s in physical education costs $319 per credit hour. In order to help students afford their education, Campbellsville University’s staff is available to work with students to discover available financial aid options.


Careers in Teaching

As a graduate of Campbellsville’s online MAT degree, you can pursue a career as a physical and health education teacher (P-12) The median salary for physical and health education teachers as of June 2021 was $62,870, as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Employment for the field is expected to grow 4% through 2029.


Why Choose CU?

Campbellsville University Online seeks to provide an affordable faith-based education that fosters personal and professional growth for its students. Learning in small, 100% online classes, you'll have opportunities to connect one-on-one with expert professors who prioritize your success and value the experience you bring to the table. From day one, you'll also benefit from Campbellsville's student services, including a personal online academic advisor who will provide tailored assistance on your journey toward graduation. Access further support in the areas of mental health, career and finance, life management, technical resources and more. Finish strong with CU.
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Benefits of Learning Online

Choosing to finish your degree 100% online means having the flexibility to study at the times and places that are most convenient for you. You'll learn from supportive, expert faculty members who are experienced in their fields and deliver the wellrounded education you need to take the next step in your career. Campbellsville is committed to the quality of its online courses and offers a dynamic selection of degree programs that are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.


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