What You’ll Learn
You will learn how to plan programs, modify activities, and provide appropriate physical education and activity instruction to individuals with disabilities.
Our graduates work in a variety of settings including school-based, community-based as well as special schools. They provide direct instruction, consulting services as well as serve in administrative capacities.
Curriculum
Our curriculum devotes 15 hours to coursework in adapted physical education. These include courses aimed at Program Planning and Curriculum Development, Understanding the Nature of Disability and its relationship to physical activity, Leadership Opportunities, and most notable, an array of hands-on Practicum experiences. Additional elective options are available through advisement based on student needs and interests.
Adapted Physical Education MSEd with Certification
Available to students who have completed an undergraduate degree in physical education and are eligible to apply for NYS initial certification in physical education. Students must complete their initial certification by the time they have completed 12 credit-hours of coursework.
Adapted Physical Education MSEd
Available to international students who have an undergraduate degree in physical education.
Curriculum & Learning OutcomesResearch
Our curriculum consists of 9 to 12 hours developing skills in reading and writing about applicable research in the field. Students have an option to write a synthesis for 3 credits or a thesis for 6 credits.
Career Outlook
Graduates who have specialized training in adapted physical education are highly sought after. Students with disabilities are often included in physical education and the knowledge and experience gained in this program aids teachers in accommodating all students.
Graduates of our program have attained National Certification in APE through the National Consortium on Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities.
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Application Process
All applicants must complete the multi-step process managed by the Center for Graduate Studies.
- Determine your applicant type
- Submit application
- Request all official transcripts
- Review and submit required application materials through the Application Status Portal
- International applicants must also submit international materials
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Best Consideration Dates
- Fall Semester: April 15
- Spring Semester: November 15
- Summer Semester: April 15
Complete applications received after the published deadline are welcome and will be reviewed on a space-available basis.
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Real World Learning
Students will have an opportunity to engage in various on and off campus teaching opportunities. These include powerlifting with Special Olympians, working with blind and visually impaired children at Camp Abilities, Swim and Gym, Rochester Rookies, and an Adapted Gymnastics program.
Each program, along with various off campus settings, provides hands on opportunities to gain critical skills needed to successfully work with children and adults with disabilities.
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Financing Your Education
Learn more about scholarships, fellowships, and graduate assistantships.
What’s Next?
Start Your Application
Complete our multi-part application with the Center for Graduate Studies.
Apply NowI love Brockport because I get to work with a lot of different individuals, and it expands my experiences. Abby Stewart