Master of Education [M.Ed] [Kinesiology - Adapted Physical Education] From University of Virginia

Coursework is taught by internationally-known experts in the fields of adapted physical education, special education, and early childhood special education. The program is best known for its emphasis on practical experiences. Students serve as adapted physical education specialists in local Albemarle County Public Schools. They also have opportunities to make presentations at major conferences.

Sample Jobs After Graduation

Master's students work as adapted or general physical education specialists in public or private schools. Adapted physical education specialists either work as an itinerant APE specialist for a school district or as the APE specialist at a special school for children with disabilities. Occasionally graduates of the Master's program become special education teachers (they have to take additional coursework to get certified to teach special education).