Wondering whether a minor in adapted physical activity might be right for you? Contact our office to ask questions or set up a conversation with one of our advisors.
Phone: 530-898-6373
Email: kinestudent@csuchico.edu
Learn to teach engaging and inclusive recreational activities and sports for students of all ages and abilities with our minor in adapted physical activity. You’ll master the requirements for the P.E. teaching certification and can also pursue an adapted physical education credential, which you can complete at Chico State.
Our minor provides an unparalleled hands-on learning experience in spaces like our Autism Clinic, through student-led community service projects, and in the classroom. This gives our students a distinct competitive advantage in the workforce or graduate programs.
Build a Strong Academic Foundation
From classroom learning about human anatomy and biomechanics to programming sports for children with disabilities, your coursework and over 100 hours of service learning will cover the foundation of adapted physical activity.
Build Up Your Skills While Building Up Others
Tap into your inquisitive, imaginative, and inclusive spirit as you learn to design activities, understand behaviors, and assess the motor skills of individuals with a wide range of disabilities.
Some of the skills you will gain with this minor, include:
- Management and organizational leadership
- Event and activity planning
- Interpersonal communication
- Advocacy and community engagement
- Mentorship and teaching
Benefits of Pursuing This Minor
Learn How to Become an Advocate
According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 6 of us lives with a disability. People with disabilities are twice as likely to develop conditions such as depression, diabetes, and obesity. Make a lasting impact by using skills you learn in this minor to promote inclusion and access to recreation and sport for all.
Practical Skills You Can Use Anywhere
Working in adapted physical education requires a range of skills, which are useful in other fields. Strengthen your problem-solving abilities by learning to adapt activities for clients, learn how to communicate with diverse populations, and develop programming for a wide range of clients.
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I enjoyed being creative and finding new ways to make sports and physical activities accessible. I loved all the service-learning programs we got to work with.
Round Out Your Studies with This Minor
The Adapted Physical Activity minor is especially suited for students majoring in:
This minor can serve as part of a supplementary authorization to teach adapted physical education. You will gain invaluable skills in lesson planning, behavior management, strategies to support students with diverse needs, and flexible communication skills that will prepare you for a successful career in special education and the field of adapted physical activity.
Learn By Doing
Gain invaluable work experience under the guidance of our expert faculty. Engage in real-world learning through our service learning programs, including BE:WEL, KIDS:PLAY, and the Autism Clinic, as well as community events like our Autism Walk, APE Sports Day, and Special Olympics.
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Wondering whether a minor in adapted physical activity might be right for you? Contact our office to ask questions or set up a conversation with one of our advisors.
Phone: 530-898-6373
Email: kinestudent@csuchico.edu