BS in Physical Education and Health
Promote a Healthy and Christ-Centered Lifestyle in Today’s Youth
Are you interested in leading our youth to foster a life of being physically, mentally, and spiritually fit? Our Bachelor of Science (BS) in Physical Education and Health can help prepare you to become competent, problem-solving, and innovative professionals able to design, deliver, and assess health and physical education instruction for grades Pre-K through 12.
There are 2 tracks to follow: Virginia licensure through the Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Health and Physical Education P-12 and this non-licensure degree. The non-licensure track can give you the same great training as the B.Ed. program but with additional training in coaching in lieu of student teaching and time spent working as a student aide.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Highlights
Highlights of Our Physical Education and Health BS Degree
State-of-the-Art Labs
Step into Liberty’s advanced facilities and gain hands-on experience in labs like the Human Performance Lab, Motion Analysis Lab, Functional Assessment Labs, and the Standardized Patient Assessment Lab.
These environments are designed to help you apply what you study in the classroom to real-world settings.
Explore Your Passion for Teaching
If you’re interested in becoming a licensed physical education teacher, consider the Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Health and Physical Education P-12.
This program can help prepare you for licensure while helping equip you with the skills to teach and inspire students at every grade level.
Join Faculty-Led Research Projects
As an undergraduate student, you don’t have to wait to get involved in meaningful research.
Work alongside experienced faculty on projects that can deepen your understanding of health and physical performance while boosting your resume.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a BS in Physical Education and Health?
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Physical Education and Health can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Athletic administrator
- Coach/referee
- Director of youth camps/sports programs
- Health education teacher
- Physical education (PE) teacher
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in Our Physical Education and Health Bachelor’s Degree?
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education and Health degree from Liberty University means that you can gain practical hands-on training to help prepare you for a career in health and physical education.
Throughout this degree, you can:
- Discover how to create a dynamic PE or health program in your school or organization.
- Explore the fundamental skills, relevant strategies, and applicable rules of the major sports and physical activities.
- Get an introduction to coaching that will be useful for both school programs and other extra-curricular sporting events.
- Review a history of curricular programs and current problems and issues of physical education.
- Study a variety of sport and motor learning development techniques and methods as well as appropriate teaching techniques and skill competencies.
- Study how drug abuse affects individuals and society as a whole.
As you progress in the degree program, you will have the opportunity to obtain first-hand experience by observing PE classes at local elementary schools. This can be a great opportunity for you to study under seasoned professionals and gain invaluable insight into the development and management of PE classes.
Featured Physical Education and Health BS Courses
HLTH 252 – Drugs in Society
HLTH 402 – The School Health Program
PHED 189 – PE Observations in Schools
SMGT 300 – Introduction to Coaching
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Health Sciences
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s Physical Education and Health Degree?
A Purpose-Filled College Experience
At Liberty, we’re committed to helping you grow spiritually, academically, and socially. As you pursue your degree in physical education and health, you’ll study under professionals who care about your development and want to see you thrive in all areas of life.
Study Under Experienced Educators
Your professors bring real-world knowledge into the classroom and lab. They’ll walk alongside you throughout your coursework, offering mentorship and guidance as you build skills in the field of physical education.
Get Hands-On Training
From state-of-the-art motor development labs to teaching real PE classes, you will have the chance to gain valuable field experience before you graduate. This practical training can help prepare you for a career by helping give you the confidence and tools to lead in a variety of educational settings.
Grow in Community and Faith
Life at Liberty goes beyond academics. With weekly convocation, campus church, small groups, and over 200 student-led clubs, you’ll find countless opportunities to connect, grow spiritually, and build lasting friendships on campus.
Admissions
How Do You Become a BS in Physical Education and Health Student?
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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