University of Kentucky Physical Education
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- Education Teachers, Postsecondary
- Job DescriptionTeach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Read more about postsecondary education teachers in our career profile section.
- Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Vocational Education
- Job DescriptionTeach students in public or private schools in one or more subjects at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable State laws and regulations. Read more about middle school teachers in our career profile section.Salary and Wages
Lexington-Fayette, KY
- Total Employment: 1,010
- Average Annual Salary: $47,410
Projections- Total Employment (2008): 659,500
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 760,600
- Percent Job Growth: 101.20%

- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Vocational Education
- Job DescriptionInstruct students in secondary public or private schools in one or more subjects at the secondary level, such as English, mathematics, or social studies. May be designated according to subject matter specialty, such as typing instructors, commercial teachers, or English teachers. Read more about secondary school teachers in our career profile section.Salary and Wages
Lexington-Fayette, KY
- Total Employment: 1,080
- Average Annual Salary: $48,160
Projections- Total Employment (2008): 1,087,700
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 1,184,100
- Percent Job Growth: 96.30%

- Coaches and Scouts
- Job DescriptionInstruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching degrees should be reported in the appropriate teaching category. Read more about coaches & scouts in our career profile section.Salary and Wages
Lexington-Fayette, KY
- Total Employment: 550
- Average Annual Salary: $35,630
Projections- Total Employment (2008): 225,700
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 281,700
- Percent Job Growth: 56.00%

- Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors
- Job DescriptionInstruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities and the fundamentals of sports. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary to improve their skills. Those required to hold teaching degrees should be reported in the appropriate teaching category. Read more about fitness trainers & aerobics instructors in our career profile section.Salary and Wages
Lexington-Fayette, KY
- Total Employment: 400
- Average Annual Salary: $29,610
- Average Hourly Rate: $14.23
Projections- Total Employment (2008): 261,100
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 337,900
- Percent Job Growth: 76.80%

Awarded Degrees and Program Completion Details
Physical Education
| Total | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 71 |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 37 |
| Female | 34 |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 1 |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 2 |
| Asian | - |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 68 |
| Unknown | - |
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- 521 Lancaster Ave
Richmond, KY 40475 
- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 86
- Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral
- Campus Location: Distant Town
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 10,000 - 19,999
- Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Residential
- 400 East Main Street
Frankfort, KY 40601 
- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 13
- Highest Degree Offered: Master's
- Historically Black College: Yes
- Campus Location: Distant Town
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
- Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Size & Residential Status: Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential
- University Blvd
Morehead, KY 40351 
- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 17
- Highest Degree Offered: Master's
- Campus Location: Remote Town
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 5,000 - 9,999
- Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Size & Residential Status: Medium Four-Year, Primarily Residential
- 218 Wells Hall
Murray, KY 42071 
- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 1
- Highest Degree Offered: Master's
- Campus Location: Remote Town
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 10,000 - 19,999
- Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Size & Residential Status: Medium Four-Year, Primarily Residential
- Nunn Drive
Highland Heights, KY 41099 
- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 29
- Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral and First-Professional
- Campus Location: Large Suburb
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 10,000 - 19,999
- Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
- 2301 S 3rd St
Louisville, KY 40292 
- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 16
- Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral and First-Professional
- Institution Has A Hospital: Yes
- Grants A Medical Degree: Yes
- Campus Location: Large City
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 20,000 and Above
- Classification: Research Universities (High Research Activity)
- Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
- 1906 College Heights Blvd
Bowling Green, KY 42101 
- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 79
- Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral
- Campus Location: Small City
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 10,000 - 19,999
- Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Residential
This Program is Also Offered at Other Private Colleges in Kentucky
- 100 Purpose Rd
Pippa Passes, KY 41844 
- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 3
- Highest Degree Offered: Bachelor's
- Campus Location: Rural
- Tenure System: No Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: Under 1,000
- Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Size & Residential Status: Very Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
- 1 Macklem Dr
Wilmore, KY 40390 
- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 0
- Highest Degree Offered: Master's
- Campus Location: Town Fringe
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
- Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
- Size & Residential Status: Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
- 101 Chestnut Street
Berea, KY 40404 
- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 2
- Highest Degree Offered: Bachelor's
- Campus Location: Distant Town
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
- Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
- Size & Residential Status: Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
- 1 University Dr
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- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 11
- Highest Degree Offered: Master's
- Campus Location: Remote Town
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
- Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Size & Residential Status: Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
- 3000 Frederica Street
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- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 3
- Highest Degree Offered: Bachelor's
- Campus Location: Small City
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: Under 1,000
- Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
- Size & Residential Status: Very Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential
- 210 Lindsey Wilson St
Columbia, KY 42728 
- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 1
- Highest Degree Offered: Master's
- Campus Location: Remote Town
- Tenure System: No Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
- Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
- Size & Residential Status: Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential
- 300 N Broadway
Lexington, KY 40508 
- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 0
- Highest Degree Offered: Bachelor's
- Campus Location: Large City
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
- Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
- Size & Residential Status: Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
- 310 College St
Barbourville, KY 40906 
- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 10
- Highest Degree Offered: Master's
- Campus Location: Remote Town
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
- Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Medium Programs)
- Size & Residential Status: Very Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential
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- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 0
- Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral
- Campus Location: Remote Town
- Tenure System: Has Tenure System
- Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
- Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Size & Residential Status: Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
