Physical Education (Grades K-12), M.A.T.

843-953-5060
http://www.citadel.edu/root/teacher-education

Content Area Advisor:

Dr. Tim Bott, bottt1@citadel.edu
Dr. Ryan Sacko, rsacko@citadel.edu

Education Advisors:
Dr. Christopher Dague, cdague@citadel.edu
Dr. Renee Jefferson, jeffersonr1@citadel.edu
Dr. Jennifer Albert, jalbert@citadel.edu

Physical Education Program Director
Dr. Tim Bott, bottt1@citadel.edu
Department of Health and Human Performance
203 Deas Hall
(843) 953-7959

Program Field Experiences, Internships and Support Services:
Dr. Tim Bott, bottt1@citadel.edu

Program Outcomes

The Citadel’s Professional Education Unit is committed to the simultaneous transformation of the preparation of educational leaders and of the places where they work. Specifically, The Citadel’s Professional Education Unit seeks to develop principled educational leaders who:

Have mastered their subject matter and are skilled in using it to foster student learning;
Know the self who educates (Parker J. Palmer) and integrate this self-knowledge with content knowledge, knowledge of students, and in the context of becoming professional change agents committed to using this knowledge and skill to ensure that all students succeed in a learner-centered environment; and
Exemplify the highest ethical standards by modeling respect for all human beings and valuing diversity as an essential component of an effective learner-centered environment.

Through our initial program for teacher candidates for P-12 schools and our advanced programs for professional educators in P-20 schools, The Citadel’s Professional Educational Unit shapes cadets and graduate students into principled educational leaders capable of and committed to transforming our schools into learning communities where all succeed.

The Citadel’s Professional Educational Unit has identified 15 performance indicators for candidates to demonstrate that they are principled educational leaders who are knowledgeable, reflective, and ethical professionals:

Knowledgeable Principled Educational Leaders…

Have mastered the subject matter of their field of professional study and practice;
Utilize the knowledge gained from developmental and learning theories to establish and implement an educational program that is varied, creative, and nurturing;
Model instructional and leadership theories of best practice;
Integrate appropriate technology to enhance learning;
Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning;

Reflective Principled Educational Leaders…

Develop and describe their philosophy of education and reflect upon its impact in the teaching and learning environment;
Develop and manage meaningful educational experiences that address the needs of all learners with respect for their individual and cultural experiences;
Construct, foster, and maintain a learner-centered environment in which all learners contribute and are actively engaged;
Apply their understanding of both context and research to plan, structure, facilitate, and monitor effective teaching and learning in the context of continual assessment; and
Reexamine their practice by reflectively and critically asking questions and seeking answers.

Ethical Principled Educational Leaders…

Demonstrate commitment to a safe, supportive, learning environment;
Embrace and adhere to appropriate professional codes of ethics;
Value diversity and exhibit a caring, fair, and respectful attitude and respect toward all cultures;
Establish rapport with students, families, colleagues, and communities;
Meet obligations on time, dress professionally, and use language appropriately.

Admission Requirements

Completion of the online graduate application along with the non-refundable application fee.
Submission of an official transcript of the baccalaureate degree and all other undergraduate or graduate work directly from each accredited college or university. Applicants are expected to have a minimum 2.5 cumulative undergraduate grade point average.
Completion of a program of study with their MAT-PE program advisor upon acceptance. Registration for classes cannot take place until the Program of Study is complete.

Program Requirements

This is a 33-hour graduate program. A maximum of twelve (12) hours of graduate courses may be transferred to The Citadel from other accredited colleges/universities. This program assumes a substantial undergraduate preparation in the proposed certification area. It is the responsibility of the student, and a requirement of the degree program to submit official transcripts of previous academic work to the program advisor via the Citadel Graduate College Admissions office. Through a dual advisor system that includes physical education and education faculty, transcripts will be evaluated and a program of study developed for each student. This program of study will include work in professional education and a content field.

In addition to regular admission requirements of the CGC, each MAT-PE student must successfully pass the PRAXIS II Examination, Physical Education: Content and Design (5095). A passing score, using South Carolina standards, must be achieved prior to placement in the Professional Internship. Students are encouraged to discuss when to take the specialty exam with their Physical Education advisor.

MAT-PE students must successfully pass the Principles of Learning and Teaching exam for Pk-12 (5625). A passing score, using South Carolina standards, must be achieved prior to graduation. Students are encouraged to discuss when to take the specialty exam with their Education Advisor.

Prior to the internship in teaching, the teacher candidate must:

Apply for the internship no later than two semesters prior to the Student Teaching Internship.
Complete the teacher certification application with state-required fees, social security card copy, and fingerprints for FBI/SLED background check.
Successfully complete the PRAXIS II Content Specialty Exam (5095).
Be cleared by the South Carolina State Department of Education.
Successfully complete all required field experiences - a minimum of 75 hours prior to the student teaching internship.
Submit negative TB test results.
Successfully pass Red Cross Blood Borne Pathogens training prior to MAT internship.
Submit proof of current American Red Cross certification in First Aid and CPR prior to the internship.

To graduate and be recommended for certification,

Teacher candidates must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 and must have successfully completed the PRAXIS II and Principles of Learning and Teaching certification tests for the State of South Carolina. The candidate must also successfully complete 60 consecutive full days during the student teaching internship. Completion of the approved program will qualify the student for a teaching license in physical education, grades K-12.

Transcripts will be evaluated against the following list of required courses in physical education. Guidelines from SHAPE America (CAEP) are used to determine courses that students take in either graduate or undergraduate programs. The M.A.T. in Physical Education requires a minimum of thirty-three (33) credit hours to complete the degree. Each student is assigned an advisor from Physical Education as well as a School of Education Advisor. Both advisors examine transcripts and assist as candidates move through their program.

Developing a Program of Study:

The program has two prerequisites (Human Anatomy and Physiology and Developmental Psychology). Competency demonstrated through undergraduate or graduate coursework, approved work experience, or program administered competency exam. Additionally, transcripts will be reviewed for relevant coursework to be considered for credit in the areas of Instructional Aspects of Physical Education, Motor Development, and Accommodating Persons with Disabilities in Sport and Physical Activity.

Note: 30 Credit Hours of graduate level work are required for graduation.

Questions regarding the sequencing of Physical Education courses should be directed to the Physical Education advisor. Education advisors can assist with questions related to EDUC courses as well as provide support as candidates prepare for the Principles of Learning and Teaching. To be eligible for the Student Teaching Professional Internship, program completion, and recommendation for licensure, students must have successfully met all requirements listed below.

Program Prerequisites

Human Anatomy and Physiology

Developmental Psychology

Total Program Requirements: 33 Credit Hours

*Undergraduate and graduate transcripts may be evaluated for application to coursework in the program.

Descriptions of Citadel courses are listed here .

Physical Education (Grades K-12), M.A.T.

Program Outcomes

Admission Requirements

Program Requirements

Program Prerequisites

Graduate Requirement (Non-Credit Bearing)

Required Kinesiology Courses (6 Credits)

Required Education Courses (6 Credits)

Required Physical Education Courses (15 Credits)

Capstone: (6 Credits)

Total Program Requirements: 33 Credit Hours