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 |
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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 |
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.
Students must show coursework in Anatomy and Physiology and Aquatics.
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 (e.g. aquatics, Anatomy & Physiology) 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
Dr. Angela Becker is currently an Assistant Professor and Global Program Coordinator for the MEd and Post-Baccalaureate certification programs in Early Childhood Education and Health & Physical Education. Before coming to LBC | Capital, Dr. Becker taught kindergarten and second grade in York County, PA, followed by serving in Kenya as a missionary with Wycliffe Bible Translators as a Language and Education Consultant for 2 years. Both of these experiences are a testament to God's faithfulness when we remain open-handed with a willing heart to follow His leading and have been instrumental in shaping her role within the Education Department as she seeks to be part of the exceptional team mentoring future educators for the glory of God.
When not immersed in the world of higher education, Dr. Becker enjoys being with her husband and three children doing whatever fun activities they can explore together inside or outside of the house. They especially enjoy reading, baking, coloring/painting, going for walks and bike rides, swimming, playing at the playground, spending time with family/friends, and being outside as much as possible.
Education:
• EdD in Educational Psychology, Regent University
• MEd in Teaching and Curriculum, Penn State University
• BS in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, Grove City College
Faculty
Tom Randolph, EdD
Gwen Shenk, MEd
Adjunct Faculty
Mark Ashley
Jeff Briggs
Chelsea Cook
Brian Hobbs
Heath Hooper
Scott Long
Jason Molloy
Wesley Smith