Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (Preparation for Teaching) / Master of Art in Teaching

San Jose State University

The Kinesiology and Teaching Spartan Accelerated Graduate Education (SAGE) Scholars Program provides students the opportunity to earn their Kinesiology, Preparation for Teaching, BS and Single Subject Credential - Physical Education and Teaching, MAT (with optional Spanish bilingual and Adapted Physical Education Authorizations) degrees simultaneously, completing both degrees in five years, rather than the usual six years when completing them individually.The SAGE Scholars Program Coordinator works closely with the students to ensure a seamless transition from undergraduate to graduate status, without students having to file a formal application for admission to the graduate program. This program prepares students to become physical education and/or adapted physical education teachers in K-12 schools. The Kinesiology, Preparation for Teaching, BS, offered by the Department of Kinesiology, is a California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) approved subject matter preparation program (SMPP) to attain subject matter competency (SMC). SMC is needed for entry into a physical education single subject credential program. Students can progress from undergraduate to graduate status seamlessly, with a simplified application process and no application fee. They complete all degrees in less time as compared to completing them separately.