Career Opportunities

A teaching major in physical education prepares the student for teaching and/or coaching in the public or private schools at the elementary, secondary or K - 12.  The exercise science major has been developed to prepare students for graduate school in exercise science (exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor development, sports medicine). The major in athletic training will prepare students for a career in this field. Once the major has been accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, students will be able to take the NATA Board of Certification examination. Physical education majors may gain practical experience working as assistant coaches, as a human performance lab assistant, in city recreation programs, working in community summer programs such as NYSP, TWIST and Jump into Kindergarten, intramurals, nursing homes, hospitals, etc. Individuals who desire to pursue careers outside of the educational realm will find opportunities: health and fitness centers, hospitals, corporate and private sports clubs and sport facility management.