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Physical Education

Physical Education

Elevate your fitness knowledge!

Ready to turn your passion for fitness into a rewarding career? Our Associate of Science in Physical Education at JSCC sets the stage for success in the dynamic field of fitness and wellness. With personalized guidance from experienced faculty and state-of-the-art facilities, our program offers a seamless transition to bachelor’s programs while providing hands-on training in physical fitness and health education. Join us and embark on a journey to inspire healthier lifestyles and make a lasting impact on individuals and communities!

Learn more about the Physical Education program

The Physical Education Pathway at Jackson State Community College is designed for students planning to complete the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in a community college setting. Students have the opportunity to work closely with physical education faculty. Careers in physical education typically require a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Explore a Sample Course Schedule

Fall Semester

Rubric Course Hrs
ENGL 1010 English Composition I 3
HIST XXXX History Course 3
MATH 1530 Introductory Statistics 3
COL 1030 College to Career Navigation 3
  Humanities Course 3
Total Credits 16

Spring Semester

Rubric Course Hrs
ENGL 1020 English Composition II 3
HIST XXXX History Course 3
PHED 2050 Health and Wellness 3
PHED 2010 First Aid & Safety 3
  Elective 3
Total Credits 15

Fall Semester

Rubric Course Hrs
ENGL XXXX Literature Course 3
PHED 2040 Intro. to Physical Education 3
COMM 2025 Fundamentals of Communication 3
PHED 2060 Individual & Team Sports 3
BIOL 2010 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4
Total Credits 16

Spring Semester

Rubric Course Hrs
PSYC 1030 General Psychology 3
  Natural Science Course 4
EDU 201 Foundations of Education 3
  Elective 1
  Humanities Course 3
Total Credits 14

 

 

Tennessee Transfer Pathway

Course credits at Jackson State transfer to any Tennessee Public institution (and some private institutions), allowing you to transfer to your chosen Bachelor's degree program.

Green Light Your Career!

An associate degree in Physical Education opens the doors to many entry-level positions in the Physical Education field.

33

Four-Year Institutions

Our Credits Transfer to in Tennessee

7,800+

Number of Transfer Students

Over a 5-year period

31

Individual Pathways

Seven Academic Focus Areas

Career Outlook

Career and Salary Information

The following is a list of career choices that may be obtained upon completing a bachelor's degree or higher in this discipline. Please visit the following website: http://www.onetonline.org or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information, and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.

Career

Beginning Salary with Bachelor's Degree in TN

Experienced Salary Median

Physical Education Teacher (Secondary)

$31,440

$60,150

Personal Trainer

$18,590

$39,190

Exercise Physiologist

$33,100

$44,080

Further education, such as a bachelor's or master's degree in Physical Education, can unlock specialized career opportunities and advancement. Transfer opportunities to four-year colleges or universities provide a pathway for continued education and expanded career prospects in the dynamic field of Physical Education.

 

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