Welcome to Hartwick Physical Education Teacher Education
WHY STUDY Physical Education AT HARTWICK?
Become a leader who inspires healthy habits, active lifestyles, and a lifelong love of movement and sport in every student.
Here’s why our program stands out:
- Learn from faculty who know and support your goals.
- Earn your NYS coaching license and ACE personal training certifications to stand out in a competitive job market and open up career options.
- Get hands-on experience with children, coaches and athletes from kindergarten to high school.
- Build skills to create fun, supportive spaces that help students thrive physically and mentally.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
- How exercise and movement science actually work in schools and classrooms.
- Discover ways to keep your class positive, focused and running smoothly.
- Understand how to make sure every student feels included and supported, no matter their background.
- Focus on helping the whole student by building their physical skills while also teaching mindfulness and emotional skills for long-term health.
- Get real experience in classrooms where you can practice everything you’ve learned firsthand.
Where can a Hartwick degree take you?
A career in:
- Teaching physical education with NYS Teaching Certification in PE.
- Coaching intermediate and high school sports with NYS Coaching Certification.
- Personal training in commercial or private fitness facilities with ACE certification.