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Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science

Physical Education/Athletic Complex 231
1337 Lower Campus Road
Honolulu, HI 96822
Tel: (808) 956-7606
Fax: (808) 956-7976
Web: coe.hawaii.edu/krs

Faculty

*J. K. Maeda, PhD (Chair)—physical education and adapted physical education
R. H. Benham, PhD—physical education, teacher education, and coaching education
*B. Y. Cartwright, EdD—rehabilitation counseling, transcultural counseling, and ethical decision-making
*M. A. Cleary, PhD, ATC—athletic training and environmental physiology
*J. A. Daniels, EdD—school counseling, development counseling, adolescent counseling, loss and transition counseling, group counseling, and counseling homeless children
*C. DeRenne, EdD—physical education and sports science
*R. Hetzler, PhD—physical education and exercise science
*I. F. Kimura, PhD, ATC, PT—athletic training and biomechanics
*C. Morgan, PhD—youth physical activity and overweight
*N. M. Murata, PhD—physical education and adapted physical education
*J. Prins, PhD—biomechanics and exercise science
*C. D. Stickey, PhD, ATC—athletic training and biomechanics, exercise physiology

Degrees Offered: BEd in secondary education with an emphasis in K-12 physical education, BS in kinesiology and rehabilitation science, MS in kinesiology and rehabilitation science, PhD with a specialization in kinesiology.

Undergraduate Study

BEd Degree

The BEd degree program provides professional curricula for students enrolled in the College of Education whose goal is to teach P-12 physical education.

The Health and Physical Education Teacher Education (HPETE) program is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE). A professional preparation curriculum is provided for students who wish to teach physical education in grades P/K-12 and health education in grades 6-12. Specific admission requirements for this program include: successful completion of the PRAXIS I exam and interview are required. The PRAXIS II components required for licensure in Hawai‘i must be taken prior to the teaching residencies (elementary and secondary). Candidates who major in this program must demonstrate competence in motor skills and comprehensive knowledge relative to content in health and physical education, as well as effective accountability. General education core is 31 credits, physical education is 42 credits, health education is 18 credits, and professional education core is 39 credits for a total number of credits of 130.

Graduation Requirements

  1. Fulfill all UH Manoa requirements and meet all admissions requirements of the College of Education;
  2. Complete the College of Education undergraduate curriculum in both elementary and secondary education for letter grades;
  3. Successfully complete student teaching with a grade of B (not B-) or higher;
  4. Complete a minimum of 124 credit hours;
  5. Have a cumulative GPA not less than that required for admission to the college; and
  6. File for graduation and pay the required fee at least one full semester prior to the intended graduation date.

BS Degree

The BS degree in kinesiology and rehabilitation science program: physical education (non-teaching) and health/exercise science and lifestyle management is part of the allied health care discipline, primarily dealing with the study of how individuals can influence their own state of wellness, the response and adaptation of the human body to physical activity and sports participation, and how modern management skills can be used to help others achieve a higher state of wellness and better use of their leisure time. Career paths within this area of study include, but is not limited to: athletic training, health education and lifestyle management, exercise physiology, sports nutrition, leisure services management, fitness and wellness program management, and personal training and fitness counseling. The general emphasis in all of these careers is the link between science, sports, management, and medicine. This program area has been structured to enable the student to design an academic curriculum that reflects their individual interests in this program. All students interested in the program must meet the entrance requirements for the College of Education to be considered for acceptance. Additionally, this degree program has been designed to allow students to fulfill the requirements for entry into graduate programs in the area of allied health sciences (e.g., athletic training, physical therapy, physicians assistant, occupational therapy, etc.).

Graduation Requirements

  1. Fulfill all UH Manoa requirements;
  2. Complete the College of Education undergraduate curriculum in physical education, or health/exercise science/and lifestyle management;
  3. Complete a minimum of 124 credit hours;
  4. Have a cumulative GPA not less than 2.75; and
  5. File for graduation and pay the required fee at least one semester prior to the intended graduation date.

Graduate Study

MS Degree

The MS degree program provides opportunities for students who wish to pursue advanced knowledge and research in one of the following areas of specialization: athletic training (entry-level or post certification), and physical education/adapted physical education.

Admission Requirements

In addition to the requirements of the Graduate Division, applicants for the MS degree will be further evaluated on their disciplinary background in their area of specialization. The Department of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science (KRS) also requires submission of Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores.

Each applicant admitted will be classified in one of two categories: (1) Regular status–student who has a baccalaureate degree in the area which he or she will pursue and a minimum overall grade point average of 3.0 during the final two years of undergraduate work, or (2) Conditional status–student of promise who may have a deficiency in grade point average and/or subject matter preparation.

Physical education and Adapted Physical education program applicants should have a teaching credential or licensure from an accredited college or university within physical education, adapted physical education, or related field. Applicants interested in physical activity are also eligible to apply.

Entry-level Graduate Athletic Training Education Program (EL-GATEP) applicants must submit a signed copy of the Technical Standards and proof of a completed physical examination prior to admission. Post-professional Advanced Athletic Training Program (AATP) applicants must be Board of Certification (BOC) certified or certification eligible for consideration for admission. Applicants of either program must also submit proof of: TB clearance, Hepatitis B vaccine or waiver and personal liability insurance prior to program entrance. Downloadable forms may be retrieved at www.hawaii.edu/kls/. Admission to the program will depend on the availability of faculty in the particular area of scholarship.

Program Requirements

A minimum of 30 credits is required for the MS degree. Of these, 6 credits are required for the Plan A Thesis or Plan B Project, and 6 credits are required for one research method course and one seminar course. The remaining 18 or more credits are to be used for coursework focusing on the student’s area of specialization. The student and the thesis/project committee chair in the KRS department must approve the student’s coursework.

Students interested in the MS specialization in Physical Education or Adapted Physical Education must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate Division and KRS. Both programs assist in the development of the knowledge and skills related to achievement of outcomes necessary for national certification (i.e., national board certification in teaching or nationally certified adapted physical educator). The program is comprised of between 30-33 credits and typically takes two years to complete. A thesis or project option is provided for the research component.
Entry-level Graduate Athletic Training Education Program (EL-GATEP) students (graduate students seeking BOC certification) are required to complete a minimum of 61 credits, that includes Plan B non-thesis (final comprehensive examination). Additionally, pre-requisite course and clinical work experiences may be required. Specific requirements and recommended course sequencing can be viewed at www.hawaii.edu/kls/.

Post-professional Advanced Athletic Training Program (AATP) students must complete a minimum of 48 credits that includes Plan A thesis requirements. Specific requirements and recommended course sequencing can be viewed at coe.hawaii.edu/krs.

MEd Degree

The Department of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science offers a distance program leading to a Master of Education in Counseling and Guidance, with a specialization in Rehabilitation Counselor Education. It is the only such program in the Pacific Basin and the nation accredited by the Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE) that serves predominantly Asians and Pacific Islanders. Graduates are eligible to take the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor examination.

Mission & Objectives

The mission of the University of Hawai‘i Rehabilitation Counselor Education program is to provide graduate level training that is designed to provide students with the essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to assist individuals with disabilities to achieve an increased sense of empowerment, responsibility, and maximum independence.

Consistent with its mission, the objectives of the program are to: (1) incorporate new knowledge that addresses the needs of individuals with disabilities and the community, as well as promote professional and personal growth, and (2) enhance students’ ability to implement culturally responsive and ethically sound rehabilitation counseling practices.

Goals:

  1. Establishing and maintaining a comprehensive recruitment plan to attract qualified applicants from culturally diverse groups, including individuals with disabilities in particular;
  2. Training competent rehabilitation practitioners who adhere to the Code of Ethics for Rehabilitation Counselors;
  3. Providing access to potential applicants through distance education modalities;
  4. Building collaborative partnerships with the Hawai‘i State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency, the State Workforce Development Division, Community Rehabilitation Programs, the Hawai‘i Centers for Independent Living, private rehabilitation organizations and other community-based programs providing services to individuals with disabilities;
  5. Updating the curriculum to ensure it reflects standards of the profession; and
  6. Implementing a systematic evaluation of the Rehabilitation Counselor Education program outcomes.

Admission Requirements

Admission is based on previous preparation and background, intellectual and affective potential for graduate study, and personal qualifications that contribute to success as a counselor. Application to the program presumes satisfactory completion of a bachelor’s degree with an acceptable undergraduate grade-point average.

Three letters of recommendation relating to the candidate’s personal qualifications and/or professional background, one official transcript from each institution attended, and statement of objectives must be submitted. These should show evidence that an applicant’s personal qualifications, motivation, and academic preparation indicate competence and potential success in rehabilitation and counseling. A writing sample and interview are also required. Applications are considered for the fall semester.

Program Requirements

Prior to registration, every accepted candidate will be assigned a preliminary advisor with whom he or she will develop a degree program plan. This program must be approved by the student, the advisor, and the graduate program chair. A substitute for a required course may be allowed if the substituted course is equivalent in content and caliber. Specific procedure must be followed, and supporting documentation is required.

A student shall be advanced to candidacy on the basis of having successfully completed 24 credit hours of required courses, including one practicum. Continuation in the program is based on satisfactory progress toward the degree as determined by the faculty and the Graduate Division. Students who fail to attain a grade of B or better in practicum/internship will not be allowed to continue in the program.

Doctoral Degree

The PhD in education with a specialization in kinesiology prepares professionals to work as leaders in the education, adapted physical education, athletic training (BOC), applied biomechanics, exercise physiology and sports medicine fields as educators, administrators, directors, researchers, and clinicians. These fields have great depth and breadth that require specific yet broad backgrounds in research, physical education pedagogy, athletic training research and education, mathematics/physics, physiology, and allied health/medical practices. Graduates are expected to assume leadership roles that influence local, national, and international lifestyles, physical and allied health/sports medicine issues related to research, higher education and/or program development (i.e. program accreditation acquisition), and to contribute to the body of knowledge.

This wide-ranged discipline is based in the biological sciences; consequently, this foundation will be reinforced so that student experiences (i.e. course work, research, clinical/practical/teaching) will provide refinement, expertise, and an increased depth of understanding.

The program varies in the number of credit hours required, depending on the candidate’s qualifications and experiences, and includes course work required by the college of education, the specialization area, and a cognate field. Additionally, students may be required to complete course work in an emphasis area based on the specific needs in order to develop a specialized and focused research and education agenda. At least one field and/or teaching internship and dissertation are also required. See the previous section on graduate programs in the College of Education.

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