Department of Health & Physical Education
The Department of Health & Physical Education (HPE) supports the overall mission of the college by educating students to serve Christ through careers in teaching health and physical education, sport management, and healthcare management.
The Sport Management (SM) major prepares students for careers in both secular and Christian organizations as sport professionals. The curriculum integrates essential managerial skill development with effective ministry training. Students receive quality instruction from experienced professionals both in the classroom and through internships.
The Healthcare Management (HCM) major equips students for careers relating to leadership, management and administration of health care systems and facilities as well as other health-related organizations. Experienced healthcare professionals provide instruction in natural sciences, management, community health and experiential learning.
Department Chair
Dr. Vickie Byler, EdD
Dr. Byler serves as the Department Chair for the Health and Physical Education department. She has extensive experience in education and administration having had previous positions as a teacher, athletic director, coach and professor. She is also a faculty member in the HPE and Sport Management programs at LBC.