Dr. Susan Tammaro, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, announced that Lebanon Valley College (LVC) will enroll students in its newest major, Health and Physical Education, starting in the fall 2025 semester. The program adds to LVC’s historically successful and expansive education offerings, including undergraduate Education offerings, nine high school certifications, and numerous graduate Education degrees and certifications.  

The new Health and Physical Education degree, a collaboration between the Education and Exercise Science departments, will enable graduates to pursue careers in middle and high school education, fitness, health and wellness, and leadership. The degree will lead graduates to opportunities to become a head athletic coach, fitness instructor, health teacher, physical education teacher, or athletic director.  

“By combining the expertise of faculty in our Education and Exercise Science Departments with the life experience of our professional adjuncts, our students become well-rounded teachers, leaders, and mentors who change the lives of their students,” said Dr. Lindsey Rayman, Assistant Professor of Exercise Science, who co-authored the new major. 

Students in the major will be placed in the classroom during their first year and gain over 200 hours of field experience before their student teaching semester. In addition to their teacher certification, though not required, students can pursue certification in several areas, including personal training, group fitness, and strength and conditioning. There is a strong alumni network of head coaches at the middle school, high school, and collegiate levels.