Health and Physical Education (MEd)
Credential: Master of Education (MEd)
Certification: Students enrolled in the Certification Track are eligible for PA Instruction I (PK-12 HPE). Student enrolled in the Adapted Track are eligible for National Certification in Adapted Physical Education.
Location: Online
Program Director: Angela Becker, EdD
Program Mission Statement: The MEd in Health and Physical Education is designed to equip graduate candidates with sound pedagogy that reflects a biblical worldview to work in both public and private educational settings in the content areas of Health, Physical Education and Adapted Physical Education as well as community and ministry sport organizations.
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). This program offers a pathway to Pennsylvania teacher certification for individuals enrolled in the certification track. All coursework is offered in an online format which incorporates field placement opportunities within the student’s community. One semester (Student Teaching, 16 weeks) must be completed in person within the state of Pennsylvania, in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Education requirements.
Program Learning Outcomes: As a result of this program, student will:
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
Curricular Structure and Degree Requirements
The MEd in Health and Physical Education has three tracks: Track #1 MEd with No Certification, Track #2 MEd with Certification, and Track #3 MEd with Adapted Concentration.
| Track #1 MEd with NO Certification - Curricular Structure |
Credits |
| Biblical and Theological Foundations Course |
3 |
| Education Courses |
9 |
| HPE Core Courses |
21 |
| HPE Track Courses |
12 |
| Program Total |
45 |
| Track #2 MEd with Certification - Curricular Structure |
Credits |
| Biblical and Theological Foundations Course |
3 |
| Education Courses |
9 |
| HPE Core Courses |
21 |
| HPE Track Courses |
12 |
| HPE Certification Courses |
12 |
| Program Total |
57 |
| Track #3 MEd with Adapted PE |
Credits |
| Biblical and Theological Foundations Course |
3 |
| Education Courses |
9 |
| HPE Core Courses |
21 |
| Adapted PE Courses |
12 |
| Program Total |
45 |
Biblical and Theological Foundations Course (3 credits)
This chart outlines how prior college-level credits in Bible and theology, as represented on a transcript, apply to the Biblical and Theological Foundations course requirement.
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15 or less credits of Bible and theology
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BTC 503 Foundations for Integration
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16-29 credits of Bible and theology
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BTC 504 Perspectives on Integration
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30 or more credits of Bible and theology
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Requirement satisfied
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Education Core Courses (9 credits)
| EDU 519 | Foundations & Framework for Learning | 3 |
| EDU 523 | Theoretical Foundations of Development and Learning | 3 |
| EDU 550 | Socio-Cultural Perspectives on Education | 3 |
HPE Core Courses (21 credits)
| 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 |
Track #1 and Track #2 HPE Track Courses (12 credits)
| 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 Project | 3 |
Track #2 HPE Certification Courses (12 credits)
| HPE 570 | Instruction and Assessment for the English Learner | 3 |
| EDU 590 | Pre-Student Teaching Field Experience | 3 |
| EDU 591 | Student Teaching | 6 |
Track #3 Adapted PE Concentration Courses (12 credits)
| 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 |
Admission, Retention, and Graduation
Admission Requirements
Admission into a master's degree program is consistent with the general admissions policy and practice of LBC | Capital. Admission criteria is located in the Admissions Information section of the catalog.
*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 in order to be fully admitted into the program.
Transfer Credits
Transfer credit is awarded in accordance with the general transfer policy in the Academic Policies and Procedures section of the catalog. Transfer credits are reviewed and approved by the Program Director. This program has the following program specific transfer credit information.
| Graduate Program |
Program Credits |
# of Transfer Credits |
Age of Transfer Credits |
Min. Grade of Transfer Credits |
| Health & Physical Education (MEd) |
45 or 57 cr. |
15 graduate credits |
No more than 10 years |
B |
Academic Advising
Students will be assigned a Global Student Success Coach to monitor student progress and to provide encouragement through their studies. Success Coaches are available for video conference and email meetings. Students will receive and have access to the Handbook for policies and procedures. Additionally, the handbook contains advisement sheets. The Program Director will monitor student progress each semester and alert the student and Success Coach regarding any deficiencies to be addressed and criteria not being met. Prior to field placement, the Program Director will audit the student’s file to ensure completion of necessary requirements for graduation and certification.
Program Retention
Academic progress in this program is monitored after each term. The Academic Probation policy and Academic Dismissal policy found in this catalog are applied to all LBC | Capital students. Students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Eligibility to enter HPE 680 and HPE 690 (Track #1); EDU 590, EDU 591 (Track #2); HPE 660 and HPE 670 (Track #3)
1. Minimum Cumulative GPA=3.0
2. Renewed Child Abuse, Criminal Record, and Fingerprinting Clearances (within 6 months)
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
Graduation Requirements
The following requirements must be successfully completed in order to receive a graduate degree or certificate:
• Satisfactory completion of all course work
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Fulfillment of all financial obligations
• Adherence to biblical standards and ethics in living one’s lifestyle
To be eligible to the PA Instructional I (PK-12 HPE)
1. Conferral of degree(s)
2. 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.
3. Successful completion of required certification tests (PECT).
4. Submitted application to TIMS for PA teacher certification.
5. The recommendation of the LBC Certification Officer
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
Faculty
Program Director: Angela Becker, EdD
Faculty:
Tom Randolph, EdD
Gwen Shenk, MEd