Department of Health, Physical Education & Recreation
901 South National Avenue
Springfield, Missouri 65897

 

Office:                                                                   (417) 836-5370
Fax:                                                                      (417) 836-5371
Email:                                                                  HealthPEandRecreation@missouristate.edu
World Wide Web:                                              www.missouristate.edu/hper/
Department Head:                                            Dr. Sarah McCallister (Physical Education)                               
Program Director (Recreation & Leisure)    Dr. Keith Ernce
Department Secretary:                                     Ms. Lana McKearney

Majors

• Physical Education
  • K-12 Certification
  • Health Certification
  • Driver's Education Certification
• Recreation & Leisure Studies
  • Therapeutic Recreation
  • Community Recreation
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Private/Commercial
  • Wellness/Health Promotion
• Radiography
  • Science Option
  • Education Option
  • Management Option
• Respiratory Therapy
  • Science Option
  • Education Option
  • Management Option
• Exercise and Movement Science
  • Health Sciences Option
  • Pre-Professional Option

Minor

• Coaching for non-Physical Education major

Graduate Programs

• Master of Science in Health Promotion & Wellness Management
• Master of Science in Education
• Certificate Program in Sports Management

The Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation is one of Missouri State's largest and most diverse departments, offering a variety of nationally accredited comprehensive academic programs designed to prepare professionals for careers in teaching, coaching, recreation, respiratory therapy and radiography./p>

Graduate Programs:

Physical Education/Health/Sports Management

Professional advancement opportunities and graduate course work for the physical educator is offered in the Master of Science in Education degree program. A Master of Science graduate program also is available in Health Promotion and Wellness Management for the professional interested in academic advancement in the health and wellness industry. Beginning in the Fall 2001 semester, a Sports Management Certificate program will be available for those interested in sports management positions.

Undergraduate Programs:

Physical Education/Health

The physical education/health program provides career preparation for health and physical education teachers (K12) and coaches. Building on a science-based curriculum, students study human anatomy and physiology and then apply that knowledge to physical training and to the perfection of movement and performance in the upper division classes and laboratories of kinesiology, exercise physiology, perceptual motor development, adapted physical education and motor learning. Teaching and coaching methods are honed in elementary and secondary methods classes and supervised experiences in the schools. Opportunity for applied physiological research is inclusive of both the undergraduate and graduate students in the Exercise Science Laboratory.

Recreation & Leisure Studies

The Recreation and Leisure Studies (RLS) curriculum is one of 100 curriculums nationally accredited by the Council on Accreditation sponsored by the National Recreation and Park Association in cooperation with the American Association of Leisure and Recreation. Students graduating from the program are immediately eligible to sir for the examination to become a Certified Recreation and Park Professional, a valuable credential for professional advancement.

Recognizing the diversity of careers in the leisure services field, the RES curriculum at Missouri State is unique in its flexibility and its personalizarion to the student's career goals. Fieldwork experience is an important aspect of the student's professional preparation. Each student is required to complete a 90-hour pracricum and an internship of at least 400 hours.

Radiography

This academic program provides a Bachelor of Science degree for students interested in the medically based career of Radiography. Missouri State cooperates with area hospitals to provide a comprehensive academic program that contains professional training that is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology sponsored by the American Medical Association. Students pursue this program by completing prerequisite courses at Missouri State and by completing academic and clinical requirements at an accredited school of radiologic technology.

Respiratory Therapy

Missouri State offers a completion program culminating with a Bachelor of Science degree for those seeking career enhancement in the field of respiratory therapy In addition to university coursework, students must complete a registry-level program at an accredited school of respiratory therapy. Respiratory therapists administer various types of breathing treatments and other pulmonary rehabilitation techniques, review and collect data, maintain respiratory equipment and maintain patient records. Individuals who want to assist others by combining personal interaction with technical skills are well suited to this profession.