The Department of Physical Education at ESU offers a bachelor of science degree with majors in Physical Education and Health Education. In addition, students may choose to become certified as a Physical Education and Health Education Teacher in Pennsylvania.

This 136-credit dual major leads to Commonwealth teaching certificates in Health Education (P-12), and Health and Physical Education (P-12). Students interested in this dual major must complete the degree requirements for both a Bachelor of Science in Health Education, and a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education. Only those students who satisfactorily complete all requirements in both the physical education and health education degree programs will be endorsed for certification to teach Health and Physical Education in Pennsylvania. Successful completion of the physical education teacher preparation program satisfies the academic requirements for a Pre-K-12 Health and Physical Education Teaching Certificate and K-12 Health Education Teaching Certificate in Pennsylvania, as well as eligibility for teacher certification in most other states.               

The outdoor class offerings allow students the opportunity to explore the magnificent Pocono Mountain area while the traditional courses allow students to explore courses in traditional settings. The outdoor physical activity courses include Backpacking, Canoeing, Cycling, Horseback Riding, Rock Climbing, and Skiing/Snowboarding. Traditional physical activity courses include Aqua Fitness, Personal Fitness, Swimming I, and Tennis I. Please feel free to suggest course you might like to have offered .