Math/Science/Allied Health/Physical Education Division

Liberal Arts & Sciences: Physical Education

Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
(315) 866-0300 or toll free 1-888-GO-4-HCCC, ext. 8230

Pepe Aragon
Instructor
(315) 866-0300 or toll free 1-888-GO-4-HCCC, ext. 8388

Amy Brelinsky
Instructor
(315) 866-0300 or toll free 1-888-GO-4-HCCC, ext. 8715

Sharon Howell
Associate Professor
(315) 866-0300 or toll free 1-888-GO-4-HCCC, ext. 8257

Program Summary

The Physical Education program is designed to prepare students to transfer to a four-year college or university. The curriculum emphasizes professionalism, sportsmanship, health awareness and extracurricular athletic activities. Graduates are prepared to:

• Write and develop a lesson plan.
• Demonstrate and develop leadership skills.
• Analyze individual athletic skills and correct common errors.
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge of history, rules and strategies.
• Instruct and demonstrate athletic skills.

Program of Study at Herkimer

Click Liberal Arts and Sciences: Physical Education for the current program of study page.

Skill Requirements

This program includes a strong background emphasis on sciences, such as biology. It will also include coursework in both individual and team sports; fitness and conditioning; dual sports; and health. Students will be required to do lesson plans and work in small groups.

Through the application of practice and theory, students will gain the necessary knowledge, skills and experience to enable them to transfer into baccalaureate programs such as physical education, health, and fitness specialist.

The State University of New York, SUNY, requires students who intend to receive a bachelors degree from a SUNY college to complete at least 30 credit hours in specific general education areas. For program assistance, see your faculty advisor.