Physical Education Advanced Pedagogy - Professional Licensure
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The Springfield College physical education advanced pedagogy program enables experienced physical education teachers who hold an initial license to earn a Master of Science degree or Master of Education degree. Upon completion of the program, students will have met the Massachusetts educational requirements for professional licensure, which all teachers must obtain within five years of starting the timeline on their initial licensure.
Recognizing the needs of physical educators, the program is both flexible and rigorous. Students may choose to engage in the program full-time or part-time and may start in the fall, spring, or summer semesters. Working teachers benefit from evening and summer courses. Within the curriculum, a 12-credit core focuses on critical components of the field, including instructional models and culturally relevant pedagogy. Beyond the core, students work closely with an academic advisor to select courses that meet their individual academic, professional, and personal needs.
Admissions Requirements
Complete the application form. No application fee.
Start your application process by completing the online application form. Be sure to complete your application by submitting all the required materials outlined in this section.
Graduate Admissions Essay
Once your application form is processed you will receive an email with your application portal login credentials. Once you login to your application portal you'll be able to upload your essay.
In two to three double-spaced pages, please describe significant life experiences that have contributed to your interest in your field, your understanding of this field, your occupational objectives, and why you have chosen Springfield College.
Resume
Please include any college activities, out-of-school leadership experiences, work history, and community involvement to support your interest in or qualifications for graduate study. Once your application form is processed you will receive an email with your application portal login credentials. Once you login to your application portal you'll be able to upload your resume.
Letters of Recommendation
This program requires three letters of recommendation. Recommenders will receive an email when you submit your application and will be able to upload your letter to your application.
Interview
It is recommended that applicants complete an interview.
Official Transcripts from All Institutions Previously/Currently Attended
- An official transcript from each college/university you have attended is required.
- Transcripts must be in English. If the transcript is not in English you will be required to submit a professional credential evaluation completed by any member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. In some cases, including if you plan to request coursework be transferred, a course-by-course translation is required. For this we recommend the World Education Services or Josef Silny & Associates, Inc.
- In order to be considered official, transcripts must be received directly from the original source, by email to graduate@springfield.edu, or mailed to the college address:
Springfield College
Office of Graduate Admissions
263 Alden Street
Springfield, MA 01109
International Applicants
All international applicants from non-English speaking countries are required, in addition to the items listed above, to submit:
- Proof of English language proficiency by way of the TOEFL or IELTS. If your undergraduate degree was earned in the United States and you successfully completed College level English, we will consider English language proficiency met.
- Please note: Transcripts must be in English. If the transcript is not in English you will be required to submit a professional credential evaluation completed by any member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. In some cases, including if you plan to request coursework be transferred, a course-by-course translation is required. For this we recommend the World Education Services or Josef Silny & Associates, Inc.
Our Associate Director of International Admissions Nicholas Venn can answer any questions you may have about enrolling in Springfield College as an international student. You may email him at nvenn@springfield.edu or via phone at (413) 748-3891.
To submit materials:
After submitting your online application form you will receive user login credentials to access your student application portal. From that portal, you will be able to upload your Graduate Admissions Essay and your resume. Recommenders will receive an email when you submit your application and will be able to upload your letter to your application. In order to be considered official, transcripts must be received directly from the original source, by email to graduate@springfield.edu, or mailed to the college address:
Springfield College
Office of Graduate Admissions
263 Alden Street
Springfield, MA 01109
Curriculum
Sequence of Courses
(With an option to complete an approved Professional Licensure Program)
The master’s candidate may choose from the M.Ed., or the M.S. Degree (thesis required for this option). Each student must complete a minimum of 32 credit hours and Independent Study students must complete a minimum of 34 credit hours.
Prerequisites:
Physical Education Initial Teaching License.
A. Program requirements (12 credits)
- PHED 660 - Advanced Instructional Strategies Credits: 3
- PHED 629 - Curriculum Construction in Physical Education Credits: 3
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- PHED 663 - Adapted Physical Education and Recreation Credits: 3
- PHED 670 - Supervision and Mentoring Credits: 3
- PHED 680 - Culturally Relevant Pedagogy in Physical Education Credits: 3
B. Research Core requirement (3 credits)
C. Individualized Program (11-18 credits)
Students must work with their academic advisor to select courses offered by the School of HPER. See the menus below to design the individualized program. All students must complete Physical Education Professional Licensure, 12-credit option paperwork. The 12-credit option is designed for licensed physical education teachers who are advancing their MA initial stage teaching license to a professional stage license. Students submit the following completed forms to the PEHE Graduate Coordinator: 1. Registration form; 2. Needs Assessment form, and; 3. Plan of Study/Advising form. All forms can be found on the Educator Preparation webpage under “Graduate Programs/Physical Education-Professional.”
1. Physical Education
- MOST 624 - Motor Learning and Control Credits: 3
- MOST 629 - Heritage and Values of Movement and Sport Credits: 3
- PHED 620 - Philosophy of Sport Credits: 3
- PHED 629 - Curriculum Construction in Physical Education Credits: 3
- PHED 635 - Motor Development and Analysis Credits: 3
- PHED 658 - Sport in Society Credits: 3
- PHED 663 - Adapted Physical Education and Recreation Credits: 3
- PHED 675 - Legal Issues in Physical Education and Athletics Credits: 3
2. Advanced Level Coaching / Athletic Administration
- AEXS 678 - Sport Psychology Credits: 3
- AEXS 679 - Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology Credits: 3
- AEXS 670 - Strength and Conditioning Credits: 3
- MOST 624 - Motor Learning and Control Credits: 3
- PHED 505 - Sports Medicine for Athletic Administrators Credits: 2
- PHED 613 - Advanced Level Coaching: Methods and Issues Credits: 3
- PHED 620 - Philosophy of Sport Credits: 3
- PHED 627 - Facility Design, Operation and Maintenance in Athletics Credits: 3
- PHED 633 - Athletic Administration Credits: 3
- PHED 645 - Finance in Athletics Credits: 3
- PHED 658 - Sport in Society Credits: 3
- PHED 675 - Legal Issues in Physical Education and Athletics Credits: 3
- PHED 683 - Leadership in Athletics Seminar Credits: 2
- PHED 685 - Internship in Advanced Level Coaching Credits: 4-Jan
- PHED 686 - Graduate Field Experience Credits: 1-4
3. Health Education
- HLTH 525 - Human Disease and Health Literacy Credits: 3
4. Education
- EDUC 627 - Teaching and Assessing Literacy Across the Content Areas Credits: 3
- EDUC 640 - Behavior Management for School Aged Children Credits: 3
- EDUC 645 - Autism Spectrum Disorders: Theory to Practice Credits: 3
- EDUC 658 - Exceptional Learners: Context, Characteristics, and Legal Considerations Credits: 3
- EDUC 671 - Learning, Teaching, and Technology Credits: 3
- EDUC 673 - Teaching Exceptional Learners: Advanced Practices and Methods Credits: 3
D. Research requirement (4-9 credits)
1. Independent Study option (4 credits)
- RSCH 625 - Independent Study Proposal Design Credits: 2
- PHED 692 - Independent Study in Physical Education Credits: 2
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and poster presentation.
2. Thesis option (9 credits)
- RSCH 612 - Proposal Design Credits: 2
- RSCH 615 - Qualitative Research Methodology Credits: 3
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- RSCH 620 - Educational and Psychological Statistics I Credits: 3
- RSCH 635 - Thesis Credits: 4-12
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(must register for 4 credits to meet program requirements.)
E. Degree Information
Candidates in the Physical Education Advanced Pedagogy - Professional Licensure program are eligible for the M.Ed. or M.S. degree in accordance with Plan A or Plan B as described in the Degree Requirements section under Academic Policies and Procedures.
Deadline
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis prior to the start of the intended term of entry.
Cost
| Graduate Program Courses | $1,105 per credit |
| Graduate Student Fee* | $385 |
| Enrollment Deposit | $300 |
*The graduate student fee (full time) includes the following costs for the 2020-21 academic year.
- Student Government Fee: $20
- Community Engagement Fee: $35
- Recreation Fee: $315
- Class Dues: $15
The graduate student fee (part-time) is $85 per semester.
Current Springfield College undergraduate students are eligible to receive $5,000 toward the cost of their MBA.
