The Master of Education in Health and Physical Education program offers students with an earned bachelor’s degree the opportunity to further develop their knowledge and skills as a professional in their field. The program has been designed to fulfill the professional competencies of The Pennsylvania Department of Education regarding Health and Physical Education programs that meet PA state requirements, the National Society of Health and Physical Education (SHAPE), as well as the Adapted Physical Education standards (APENS). All coursework is offered in an online format which incorporates research in the field of health, physical education, and sport, as well as field placement opportunities within the student’s community.
The MEd program presents the student with three options based upon their career goals.
1. The HPE track is designed for candidates holding a current Instructional Level I certification who want to obtain an MEd in Health and Physical Education or the candidate who works in the field of recreation and sport desiring a master’s degree in Health and Physical Education.
2. The Adapted Physical Education track is designed for the candidate who wants to work in a public or private school or community organization in the field of Adapted Physical Education. This program is designed around the Adapted Physical Education National Standards. This track has the potential for National Certification in Adapted Physical Education upon completion of the Adapted Physical Education National Standards (APENS) exam.
3. The initial PA Level I certification track follows the HPE track with additional coursework required for certification.
1. Demonstrate knowledge of current trends and technology in health, physical education, and sport
2. Design appropriate health, physical education and sport teaching and assessment materials for all ages and abilities
3. Integrate a biblical worldview in designing and teaching content in health, physical education, and sport
4. Apply knowledge and competence in the delivery of content in health, physical education, and sport
5. Incorporate practices of safety and equity in meeting the diverse needs of participants in the health, physical education, and sport setting
6. Analyze the needs of participants and adapt instruction to meet specific needs
7. Demonstrate professionalism in school and community settings
8. Develop collaborative relationships with professionals in the field of health, physical education, and sport
Degree Requirements
Advanced Standing
Applicants pursuing a Master of Education degree in Health and Physical Education at LBC|Capital may transfer previous course credits up to a maximum of 15 graduate credits (5 courses) into the program for which they are applying. These courses must have been completed within the last 10 years, have an earned grade of a “B” or higher and directly correlate with a required course in the degree program. The program director will approve any course transfer requests during the admissions process and reserves the right to approve or decline transfer credits.
Four Bible & Theology Foundation courses are required unless the student has entered the program with advanced standing. Advanced Standing is granted to those students who have completed 30 hours or more of undergraduate Bible and theology courses. Students with less than 30 hours may receive partial Advanced Standing credit proportionate to undergraduate or graduate Bible and theology studies completed. Students’ official transcripts will be evaluated during the admissions process.
Track 1 Health and Physical Education with no PA Certification
The HPE track is designed for candidates holding a current Instructional Level I certification who want to obtain an MEd in Health and Physical Education or the candidate who works in the field of recreation and sport desiring a Master’s Degree in Health and Physical Education.
The program is divided into four course categories: Bible/Theology Courses, Education Core Courses, HPE Core Courses, and HPE Track 1 courses.
Bible and Theology course requirements will be determined upon acceptance into the program.
Bible Theology Foundation
Education Core
| EDU 519 | Foundations & Framework for Learning | 3 |
| EDU 523 | Theoretical Foundations of Development and Learning | 3 |
| EDU 550 | Socio-Cultural Perspectives on Education | 3 |
Health Physical Education Core
| HPE 500 | Administration, Ethics, and the Law in Health, Physical Education and Sport | 3 |
| HPE 510 | Technology in Health, Physical Education, and Sport | 3 |
| HPE 520 | Adapting and Assessing Student Learning for Diverse Populations in HPE | 3 |
| HPE 540 | Advanced Methods and Motor Learning in Elementary Physical Education | 3 |
| HPE 550 | Advanced Methods in Secondary Physical Education | 3 |
| HPE 565 | Supervision, Evaluation and Development of Students and Teachers | 3 |
| HPE 580 | Collaborative Partnerships | 3 |
HPE Track Courses
| HPE 530 | Current Topics in Health Education, Physical Education, and Sport | 3 |
| HPE 560 | Advanced Methods in Health | 3 |
| HPE 680 | Research Design | 3 |
| HPE 690 | Research Thesis or Project | 3 |
Track 2 Adapted Physical Education
The Adapted Physical Education track is designed for the candidate who wants to work in a public or private school or community organization in the field of Adapted Physical Education. This track has the potential for National Certification in Adapted Physical Education upon completion of the Adapted Physical Education National Standards (APENS) exam.
The program is divided into four course categories: Bible/Theology Courses, Education Core Courses, HPE Core Courses, and Adapted Physical Education Track 2 courses.
Bible and Theology course requirements will be determined upon acceptance into the program.
Bible Theology Foundation
Education Core
| EDU 519 | Foundations & Framework for Learning | 3 |
| EDU 523 | Theoretical Foundations of Development and Learning | 3 |
| EDU 550 | Socio-Cultural Perspectives on Education | 3 |
Health Physical Education Core
| HPE 500 | Administration, Ethics, and the Law in Health, Physical Education and Sport | 3 |
| HPE 510 | Technology in Health, Physical Education, and Sport | 3 |
| HPE 520 | Adapting and Assessing Student Learning for Diverse Populations in HPE | 3 |
| HPE 540 | Advanced Methods and Motor Learning in Elementary Physical Education | 3 |
| HPE 550 | Advanced Methods in Secondary Physical Education | 3 |
| HPE 565 | Supervision, Evaluation and Development of Students and Teachers | 3 |
| HPE 580 | Collaborative Partnerships | 3 |
Adapted Concentration Track
| HPE 525 | Diverse Attributes of Learners in Physical Education and Sport I | 3 |
| HPE 555 | Diverse Attributes of Learners in Physical Education and Sport II | 3 |
| HPE 660 | Apprenticeship I | 3 |
| HPE 670 | Apprenticeship II | 3 |
Track 3 Health and Physical Education with PA Certification
The initial PA Level I certification track follows the HPE track with additional coursework required for certification.
The program is divided into these categories: Bible/Theology Courses, Education Core Courses, HPE Core Courses, HPE Track 1 courses, and additional courses required for initial certification.
Bible and Theology course requirements will be determined upon acceptance into the program
Bible Theology Foundation
Education Core
| EDU 519 | Foundations & Framework for Learning | 3 |
| EDU 523 | Theoretical Foundations of Development and Learning | 3 |
| EDU 550 | Socio-Cultural Perspectives on Education | 3 |
Health Physical Education Core
| HPE 500 | Administration, Ethics, and the Law in Health, Physical Education and Sport | 3 |
| HPE 510 | Technology in Health, Physical Education, and Sport | 3 |
| HPE 520 | Adapting and Assessing Student Learning for Diverse Populations in HPE | 3 |
| HPE 540 | Advanced Methods and Motor Learning in Elementary Physical Education | 3 |
| HPE 550 | Advanced Methods in Secondary Physical Education | 3 |
| HPE 565 | Supervision, Evaluation and Development of Students and Teachers | 3 |
| HPE 580 | Collaborative Partnerships | 3 |
HPE Track Courses
| HPE 530 | Current Topics in Health Education, Physical Education, and Sport | 3 |
| HPE 560 | Advanced Methods in Health | 3 |
| HPE 680 | Research Design | 3 |
| HPE 690 | Research Thesis or Project | 3 |
Remaining HPE Certification Courses
| HPE 570 | Instruction and Assessment for the English Learner | 3 |
| HPE 598 | Pre-Student Teaching Field Experience | 3 |
| HPE 599 | Student Teaching | 6 |
Application, Admission, Retention, and Graduation
Admission Requirements
1. Official transcript of a completed bachelor’s degree
2. Competencies in Bible and Theology by completing four credits of Biblical and Theological Foundation courses during the graduate program or through transcript evaluation upon entrance into the program
3. For the Post Bacc program and certification, previous undergraduate or graduate course work in Anatomy and Physiology as well as aquatics as demonstrated on a transcript is required.
4. A Pennsylvania Department of Education Instructional Level I teaching certification is recommended unless the candidate is enrolling in the certification Track 3 for initial certification.*
5. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better as documented on an official transcript from the undergraduate accredited institution**
6. Recent (within 1 year of admission) Child Abuse, Criminal Record, and Fingerprinting Clearances
7. Completed application form and submission of required application credentials
8. Personal interview with the Program Coordinator
*Teaching certification is required for APENS or PA Department of Education Level II certification.
**Graduate students with a GPA lower than 3.0 may be admitted to the program under provisional status with Program Coordinator approval. In provisional admittance status, the student must maintain a 3.0 in the first 12 credits of the program to be fully admitted into the program.
Students wishing to take courses solely for personal enrichment or Act 48 credits are classified as non- matriculating students. Permission for enrollment in courses is based on completion of the Non- matriculating Application and the adequacy of class space. If later, the student wishes to be admitted into the program, that student will need to go through the formal application process. Granting credit for courses taken while a non-matriculating student is not automatic. The Program Coordinator will evaluate course work and grant or not grant credit on an individual basis.
Application Deadlines:
• August 1 for fall semester start
• December 1 for spring semester start
• April 1 for summer semester start
Requirements for National Certification in Adapted Physical Education
To be eligible to take the Adapted Physical Education National Standards (APENS) examination, candidates must meet the following criteria as outlined.
1. Bachelor's degree with a major in Physical Education or equivalent (e.g., Sport Science, Kinesiology, etc.)
2. A minimum of one 12-credit hour survey course in Adapted Physical Education (9 hours in APE and 3 hours in related area)
3. A minimum of 200 hours of documented experience providing physical education instruction to individuals with disabilities
4. A current valid teaching certificate
Retention and Program Completion
Retention in the Health and Physical Education Program:
1. Minimum Cumulative GPA=3.0
a. The criteria for retention are reviewed at the conclusion of each enrollment period. Should the GPA fall below 3.0 during the first three courses, the student is considered on probation for certification. The student must meet with the advisor to determine a plan to raise the GPA to the minimum level.
b. If at the completion of the 4th course, the student has not raised the GPA, then the student will receive notice of academic dismissal. The student has the right to appeal in writing to the Registrar. The appeal will be considered by the appeals committee. If the appeal is denied, the student may appeal to the Provost.
c. The minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 level is required prior to registration for HPE 598 Pre-Student Teaching Field Experience, HPE 599 Student Teaching, HPE 585 Apprenticeship I and HPE 586 Apprenticeship II (Adapted Track) or HPE 590 Action Research in Health and Physical Education and Research Thesis (general MEd track)
2. Renewed Child Abuse, Criminal Record, and Fingerprinting Clearances (within 6 months of Pre-student teaching or internship)
3. Completion of all graduate courses and any identified missing program requirements discovered during the admissions process with official documentation of completion on file
4. In good standing with Lancaster Bible College
Exit Criteria
1. Completion of all program requirements and field placement requirements
2. Minimum Cumulative GPA = 3.0
Additional Criteria for Eligibility to be Recommended if Seeking Certification
3. Conferral of degree(s)
4. A minimum of a satisfactory rating (1) in each of the 4 categories on the Pennsylvania Statewide Evaluation Form for Student Professional Knowledge and Practice (PDE-430). There must be 2 final forms. A minimum total of at least 4 points must be achieved on the final summative rating to be recommended for certification. The PDE430 is completed by the college supervisor.
5. Successful completion of required certification tests (PECT). See appendix.
6. Submitted application to TIMS for PA teacher certification. See appendix.
7. The recommendation of the LBC Certification Officer
Dr. Tom Randolph, EdD, Sport Management
Mrs. Gwen Shenk, MEd, Teaching and Curriculum