Health and Physical Education BS
A career that puts education in motion.
Take your teaching practice out of the classroom and onto the field, with a degree in health and physical education.
Combining traditional teacher preparation with elements of health, science, kinesiology and more, our BS degree in health and physical education prepares students to be leaders in both the classroom and the gymnasium.
In-Demand Careers
- Physical Education Teacher
- Health Teacher
- Athletic Coach
- Athletic Director
- Fitness Trainer
- Health/Wellness Coach
Why Health and Physical Education? | Why Our Program?
- Our Bachelor of Science program, which includes a coaching minor, is a leader in providing innovative, skills-based teacher preparation.
- Our faculty are dynamic educators who model best teaching practices and provide a wide variety of field experiences.
- Upon completion of the program, you’ll be prepared for certification to teach health and physical education and adapted physical education.
- Topics covered in the BS in health and physical education curriculum include: exercise science, nutrition, motor development and learning, sexual health, kinesiology and drug education.
Rhode Island College is the best value in higher education. In-state students have the opportunity to attend two years tuition-free under the Hope Scholarship, while our Northeast Neighbors are offered a 40 percent discount.
Our Health and Physical Education Faculty
Dr. Robin Kirkwood Auld
- Associate Professor
Dr. Susan A. Clark
- Assistant Professor
Dr. Soumyadeep Mukherjee
- Associate Professor
Dr. Kristen R. Pepin
- Assistant Professor
Ms. Stacie A. Zamperini
- Assistant Professor
Ensuring That You'll be Ready
Susan Clark
“RIC is the only higher education institution in Rhode Island with health and physical education programs fully approved by the Rhode Island Department of Education. Our innovative programs will have you ready to receive your certifications to teach pre-K-12 upon graduation.”
– Assistant Professor and Chair of Health and Physical Education
Program's Strength and Reputation Were the Draw
Senior Eli Gouin credits his health and physical education professors for guiding his path forward.
Take the Next Step!
Feinstein School of Education and Human Development
The Feinstein School administers and coordinates all professional education programs at Rhode Island College. We offer a range of programs, including early childhood, pre-K-12, counseling, school psychology, youth development and health and wellness.
- phone401-456-8110
- placeHorace Mann Hall 241