The Bachelor of Physical Education (BPEd) is a four-year program aimed at equipping graduates with the competencies to meet the psychomotor, cognitive and affective needs of learners.
These consist of:
- a strong and substantial foundation of the subject matter (discipIinary knowledge) that informs their curricular choices when planning, designing, implementing and assessing learning activities (curriculum and program planning,implementation,monitorina and evaluation);
- an understanding of the scope and sequence of various movement forms; as well as elements, strategies and tactics of these various movements in a multitude of settings (movement competency and proficiency) that enables them to meet the needs of learners to know how, be able to do and how to learn;
- expert knowledge of pedagogy for maximizing student engagement, mentoring students and modeling respect for differences in gender,ability and culture;
- reflective practice that (a) propels them to set high standards for and hold themselves accountable to the professional standards (professional accountabilityandresponsibility); b)enables them to identify gaps in their current competencies and pursue professional development opportunities; and (c) assists them in studying the impact of their teaching on student learning; and
- building and cultivating relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, other professionais and iearning communities; advocating for PE, being role models of integrity and professional excellence, as well as leaders in the service ofeducation.
Specific Professions/Careers/Occupations for graduates
- Physical Education TeacLier in BasicEducation
- Dance and Sports ClubModerator
- School-based Sports Program and EventsModerator/Coordinator
Reference: CMO # 80 s. 2017