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Health and Physical Education

Program Overview

Program Overview

It is pivotal that children be equipped with an early, sound foundation when it comes to health and wellness. Developing healthy patterns at a young age will lead to a more productive future. Let us further develop your passion for education and health so you can be a catalyst for the younger generation’s future success. 


Our expert faculty will train you to develop programs for both physical activity and health curricula. You will participate in the classroom and gym of two local K-12 schools for in-person learning experiences with students of all ages. Student teaching opportunities will allow you to learn alongside professionals currently in the field. They will help you find the niche that fits you best. Whether you move on to teach, coach or continue with further studies, there is no degree that will prepare you better than this.

Courses

Courses

6:1

Student to faculty ratio

Job placement

With a top-tier university education on your resume, you’ll be in high demand, whether you choose to launch your career or begin graduate school. Most of our programs have a placement rate of at least 90 percent within six months of graduation.

Expert faculty, small class sizes

Learn from award-winning, experienced faculty who actually care about you. Our small class sizes allow us to get to know you personally. We lead an approachable community within our respective programs. Our faculty connections are the experts on their subject matter, too.

Nashville, TN

A big city. An even bigger opportunity. We consider Nashville, Tennessee, an extension of our classroom, and as a leading city in many industries, that means you’ll gain experience and insight you won’t find anywhere else.

Our Faculty

  • Matthew Ruiz headshot

    Matthew Ruiz

    Department Chair - Kinesiology

    Professional expertise in sport, exercise and performance psychology.

    Meet Matthew Ruiz
  • Randy Bostic headshot

    Randy Bostic

    Assistant Professor

    Randy is founder of Bostic Law, PLLC. A firm that helps protects assets for families and small business. Randy focuses his practice on Estate Planning through wills, trusts, and probate,...

    Meet Randy Bostic
  • Rebecca Claypool headshot

    Rebecca Claypool

    Assistant Professor

    Dr. Rebecca Claypool brings more than twenty years of interdisciplinary industry experience in recreation, fitness, and health professions to her role as a faculty member at Lipscomb University. Her professional...

    Meet Rebecca Claypool
  • Zach Droll headshot

    Zachary Forest Droll

    Assistant Professor

    Zach is from Peru, Indiana. He has a wife of six years and is a new father to his first daughter. He met his wife of six years at Huntington...

    Meet Zachary Forest Droll
  • Kent Johnson headshot

    Kent Johnson

    Professor, Exercise Science Program Director

    Cofounder of EXNS program Long-tenured Lipscomb faculty member in exercise physiology, leads the cardiovascular laboratory, and is a fellow in the ACSM.

    Meet Kent Johnson
  • Laurel Littlefield headshot

    Laurel Littlefield

    Associate Professor

    Laurel and her husband Brad are originally from West Texas, and moved to Nashville with their three sons in 2018. Laurel and Brad met while attending Lubbock Christian University (LCU)...

    Meet Laurel Littlefield
  • Andrew Mauldin headshot

    Andrew Mauldin

    Assistant Professor

    Andrew was born in northeast Ohio and has lived in many states over his lifetime. Andrew attended Harding University where he received his B.A. in Kinesiology. After graduating from Harding...

    Meet Andrew Mauldin

Career Paths

Coaches and Scouts

Coaches teach amateur or professional athletes the skills they need to succeed at their sport. Scouts look for new players and evaluate their skills and likelihood for success at the college, amateur, or professional level. Many coaches also are involved in scouting.

Health Educators and Community Health Workers

Health educators teach people about behaviors that promote wellness. They develop and implement strategies to improve the health of individuals and communities. Community health workers collect data and discuss health concerns with members of specific populations or communities..

Instructional Coordinators

Instructional coordinators oversee school curriculums and teaching standards. They develop instructional material, coordinate its implementation with teachers and principals, and assess its effectiveness.