At Harding we believe what you learn, who you learn from and who you learn with are vitally important. Our Christian faculty and high-quality degree programs equip graduates with an exceptional education and a Christ-centered worldview. When looking for a place to learn, to grow academically and spiritually, and to find your calling, you want to find a place where you can discover your inspired purpose.
As teachers and coaches, you have an incredible opportunity to work with young people and shape their
future journey through school and beyond. We need Christian teachers and coaches in the school system
to help make our society a better place to live.
You will have classes in the classroom, in the gym, and outside on the field as you learn how to be a
physical education and health teacher. You will learn the foundations of how to coach various sports
from some of the Bison coaches. You will have the opportunity to be a part of faculty-led career field
trips, home Bible studies, short-term mission trips, Special Olympics, and the HEAL program. There is also
a shortened international BAT program in Italy and Germany designed specifically for athletes and their
training needs.
This degree allows students to be immediately qualified for a teaching and coaching job in a K-12 setting.
Upon graduation, students will be qualified to receive a state teaching license in physical education and
health, along with a coaching endorsement for all sports.
There are many career options from this major, including outdoor recreation, community sport leagues,
sport facility management, and sports information.
When paired with a Masters in Kinesiology and Sport Administration, students will also be qualified to
teach and coach at the college level.
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