Office: 261 Matthaei Building; 313-577-5998
Assistant Dean: Sarah J. Erbaugh
Website: http://www.kinesiology.wayne.edu/
Hermann Engels, Sarah J. Erbaugh, Mariane Fahlman, Randall J. Gretebeck, Qin Lai
Suzanna Dillon, Avanelle Kidwell, Nate McCaughtry, Peter A. Roberts, Bo Shen, William W. Sloan, Delano Tucker, John C. Wirth,
Judy Anderson, Steve Singleton
Health and kinesiology, as integral parts of a general education, focus attention upon the vital needs of the human being to acquire attitudes, knowledge and skills necessary for regular participation in healthful living and physical and leisure-time activities. Accordingly, this division provides courses of instruction both to promote physical well being through athletic and exercise programs, and to prepare teachers and practitioners to promote such health in others. The decreased demands for physical vigor, as well as the increased tensions caused by the technological progress of the modern society, demand a scientific approach to these vital phases of well-being.
The Division of Kinesiology, Health, and Sport Studies (KHS) provides courses of instruction in health education, kinesiology and sports administration for the general student body; a program in driver education is also offered. In addition, it provides professional curricula at the undergraduate and graduate levels for those students seeking careers in these areas. Courses in these areas may be used to meet degree and curricular requirements of the various schools and colleges of the University.
Advisers: Each student admitted to the College at the graduate level and seeking a degree is assigned to a faculty member who acts as the adviser. The adviser guides the student in the selection of courses and counsels the student in solving academic problems.
A number of assistantships are available in the area of kinesiology. Application should be made to the Office of the Assistant Dean, 261 Matthaei Building. Scholarships, loans, work-study, and other types of financial aid are available through Wayne State University; contact the University Office of Financial Aid; 313-577-3378.
Scholarships are also available in the College of Education; contact the Dean's office, College of Education; 313-577-1620.
Current and prospective students should always check the KHS web page, http://www.kinesiology.wayne.edu/, for the most current information regarding admission and degree requirements.
Admission to graduate programs in the Division of Kinesiology, Health, and Sport Studies is contingent upon admission to the Graduate School; for requirements, see Admission, Regular. In addition, applicants to any program in the Division must meet the following criteria, as applicable:
Regular Admission: Applicants must have an undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or above, and an undergraduate degree directly relating to the field of specialization being applied for, or an undergraduate degree accompanied by extensive educational background in a closely-related field.
Regular Admission, Provisional: Applicants whose undergraduate grade point average is between 2.6 and 3.0, and who otherwise meet the criteria for regular admission, will be admitted on this basis but will be required to successfully complete additional course work and/or other requirements as stipulated by the Division Graduate Officer.
Qualified Admission: Applicants whose undergraduate grade point average is between 2.25 and 2.6, and who otherwise meet the criteria for regular admission, will be admitted on this basis but will be required to successfully complete additional course work and/or other requirements as stipulated by the Division Graduate Officer.
Non-Degree Admission (Pre- or Post-Master's): Applicants must have an undergraduate grade point average of 2.25 or above, and an undergraduate degree in any field. Non-degree applicants must include a personal statement with their initial graduate application, specifying their intent to apply to a Kinesiology, Health, and Sport Studies degree program prior to the earning of nine credit hours. Only one semester of full-time graduate study, part-time registrations not to exceed nine credits, are normally permitted in this classification. Based on the approval of the College of Education Graduate Officer, no more than nine credits taken in graduate non-degree admission status may later be applied to graduate degree program requirements. (See Non-Degree Admission.)
Post-Bachelor Admission: Applicants must have an undergraduate grade point average of 2.25 or above, and an undergraduate degree in any field. Post-Bachelor status allows students to elect courses through the 6000 level, for undergraduate credit only. (See Post-Bachelor Undergraduate Admission.)
Special Admission (Non-Degree or Post-Bachelor): Upon recommendation of an adviser and the Division Graduate Officer, an applicant whose undergraduate grade point average is below 2.25 may be admitted on Non-Degree or Post-Bachelor status (see items 4 and 5, above), if the applicant demonstrates substantial evidence of meritorious academic achievement subsequent to the conferral of his/her undergraduate degree.
Senior Rule Admission: In their last undergraduate semester, Wayne State students with a 3.0 (or above) upper division grade point average have the option of taking a limited number of graduate credits. Graduate credit is awarded only for those courses taken in excess of baccalaureate degree requirements. Undergraduate and graduate courses combined may not exceed sixteen credits for the final semester of baccalaureate degree work. A Senior Rule student must register for at least one credit which is required for the undergraduate degree in order to be eligible for this status. Students who have completed all required registrations for the baccalaureate may not obtain Senior Rule status. Completion of the Application for Graduate Admission form is required, and students are advised to consult their advisers and the Office of University Admissions. Application deadlines for Senior Rule admission are the same as for regular graduate admission. Students who qualify and are recommended by the department or college will be admitted for one semester. Graduate admission will be regularized upon evidence that the student has completed all requirements for the bachelor's degree; it is the student's responsibility to provide this transcript.
As a courtesy, the University permits a student to pay undergraduate fees for the graduate courses elected in a Senior Rule status. It is recommended that students elect only courses numbered 5000-6999 in their Senior Rule semester.
Health Education is a professional field that is expanding rapidly, primarily because of recent Federal legislation that has emphasized health promotion and disease prevention as major priorities of national health and social policy. The goal of health education is to facilitate voluntary health-related behavioral and social change through application of the principles of the behavioral and social sciences. As such, health education is concerned with helping individuals and groups to assume responsibility for their health by learning and adopting behaviors, and by supporting social policies that can promote and maintain health. To this end, those earning a Master of Education with a major in health education develop competencies in: assessing individual and group needs for health education; planning, implementing, and evaluating effective health education programs; coordinating provisions for health education; acting as resource persons in health education; and communicating health and health education needs, concerns and resources.
There are two different programs of study for this degree:
M.Ed in Health Education (non-teaching option) for those pursuing employment with Health Departments, Hospitals, Businesses, etc.
M.Ed in Health Education with a teaching endorsement in Health, grades 7-12
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: The Master of Education with a major in health education degree (non-teaching option) is offered under the following plans:
Plan A: Thirty-six credits including an eight-credit thesis
Plan B: Thirty-six credits including a three credit project
Requirements for this degree include: general professional education courses; specialization courses and elective courses. Professional education courses and electives should be chosen in consultation with an adviser. A minimum g.p.a. of 3.0 is required for graduation. All course work must be completed in accordance with the regulations of the Graduate School and the College of Education governing graduate scholarship and degrees; see Academic Regulations and Master of Arts Degrees.
General Professional Courses: Students must select EER 7630 and one other course from the following general professional education courses.
Required Specialization Courses:
Elective Courses: Additional courses from a list approved by the adviser, to complete the thirty-six credits required for graduation.
This program is limited to students who already possess a secondary teaching certificate in any field.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: The professional preparation in Health Education leading to a Master of Education degree with a teaching endorsement in Health grades 7-12 requires a minimum of thirty-seven credits and is divided into two general areas of study: specialization courses (thirty-one credits) and general professional courses (six credits) as outlined below.
REQUIRED HEALTH EDUCATION COURSES: (31 credits)
GENERAL PROFESSIONAL COURSES (6 credits)
The Master of Education with a Major in Kinesiology is offered under three concentrations: Physical Education Pedagogy, Exercise and Sport Science, and Wellness. Completion of this degree requires satisfaction of one of these specializations as outlined below.
Admission to this program is contingent upon admission to the Graduate School and the Division of Kinesiology, Health, and Sport Studies; for requirements, see Admission, Regular, and the section above on `Admission.'
This specialization is designed to prepare students for academic or professional careers in teaching physical education. It involves the study of concepts related to conducting physical activity programs, with an emphasis on those relating to school and sport contexts.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: This Master of Education degree is offered under the following options:
Plan A: Thirty credits including an eight credit thesis
Plan B: Thirty credits including a three credit project
Requirements for this degree include major requirement/elective courses (minimum of 24 credits) and general professional courses (minimum of 6 credits). All courses are selected at the discretion and guidance of an adviser. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for graduation. All course work must be completed in accordance with the regulations of the Graduate School and the College of Education governing graduate scholarship and degrees; see Academic Regulations and Master of Arts Degrees.
General Professional Courses: Students must elect a minimum of six credits from the following courses:
MAJOR REQUIREMENT/ELECTIVE COURSES
Students must complete a minimum of 24 credits of specialization and elective courses in the areas of Kinesiology, Health, Sport Studies and Education. Sample courses to fulfill this requirement might include:
This specialization in the Kinesiology Master of Education degree is designed to prepare students for careers in areas such as exercise physiology, cardiac rehabilitation, sport psychology, and motor control/development/learning, and measurement and evaluation.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: Thirty-four credits are required. Students selecting this program will concentrate in one of five areas: biomechanics, exercise physiology, measurement and evaluation, motor control/development/learning, or sports psychology.
CULMINATING EXPERIENCE (one of the following)
ELECTIVE COURSES: as approved by adviser, to complete the thirty-four credits required for graduation.
This specialization is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in the field of health and fitness promotion.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: This specialization in the Kinesiology Master of Education degree is offered under the following options:
Plan A: Thirty-four credits including an eight credit thesis
Plan B: Thirty-four credits including a three credit project and a three-credit internship
Selected Courses: Additional courses from a list approved by the adviser, to complete the thirty-four credits required for graduation.
This program prepares students for the teaching profession or academic studies in physical education pedagogy. Students study the physiological, psychological, and sociological bases of human movement; instructional methodologies; teacher education; and school curricula through a combination of intensive practical and research activities.
This M.A.T. degree is designed to enable individuals with a Bachelor's degree in a non-teaching field to attain a Master's degree, while simultaneously acquiring Michigan teaching certification. The degree is comprised of three sequential components: post-bachelor prerequisite courses (thirty-two credits), teacher certification courses (twenty-eight credits), and Master's degree finalization courses (twelve - thirteen credits). After completion of the post-bachelor prerequisite coursework, students apply for graduate status in the College of Education, develop a graduate plan of work, and complete the remaining two areas of coursework. Students obtain teacher certification after completion of the second component of the program and typically begin teaching employment while they complete the Master's finalization coursework. For more details see the Graduate Student Handbook at http://www.kinesiology.wayne.edu
NOTE: Teaching candidates certified after July 1, 2004 are required by the State of Michigan Department of Education to obtain First Aid and CPR certification before they can teach in Michigan.
1) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
2) Minimum 3.0 grade point average with a `C' or better grade in all coursework.
3) Successful completion of the Michigan Basic Skills Examination.
4) Verification of experience working with children.
5) State of Michigan Criminal Background check .
6) Admission to the Graduate School (see Admission to the Graduate School).
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: Students must complete at least forty-one credits plus as many additional credits as are necessary to complete the prerequisite part of the program if none of this coursework is completed prior to entry. Required courses in the three components of the program are as follows:
POST-BACHELOR PREREQUISITE COURSES
Sports Administration (M.A. Program)
This program is designed to prepare students for a career within the broad spectrum of sports programs, agencies, and related organizations. Students may specialize in one of four areas of concentration: interscholastic athletic administration, intercollegiate athletic administration, commercial sports administration, or professional sports administration. Students may custom-design their curriculum through internships and elective coursework as approved by their adviser.
Admission to this program is contingent upon admission to the Graduate School and the Division; for requirements, see Admission, Regular and Admission.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: This Master of Arts degree is offered as a Plan C option. Plan C requires thirty-four credits in course work including eleven credits in required courses, with the remaining credits from courses to be selected in consultation with an adviser. All course work must be completed in accordance with the regulations of the Graduate School and the College of Education governing graduate scholarship and degrees; see Academic Regulations and Master of Arts Degrees.
Selected Courses: Additional courses from a list approved by the adviser to complete the thirty-four credits required for graduation. A minimum of twenty-five of these thirty-four credits required for graduation must be earned in courses within the Division of Kinesiology, Health, and Sport Studies.
This program leads to state endorsement in the teaching of physical education to individuals with disabilities. The program requires twelve credits in approved special education courses and twelve credits in Adapted Physical Education courses.
Admission to this program is contingent upon admission to the Graduate School and the Division; for requirements, see Admission, Regular and Admission. Additionally, applicants must possess a valid Michigan teaching certificate in physical education or any area of special education.