General Education Exemption Policies

Athletic NCAA Team Member Exemption

An athletic NCAA team member may formally request an exemption for the General Education Physical Education with these conditions:

• After completion of one academic year playing as an active NCAA team member for one full sport season. Depending on the sport, a season may run in the Fall, the Spring or both the Fall and Spring semesters. (Students must play the full season for sports that extend through both the Fall and Spring semesters.)
• Exemptions or substitutions are never allowed for Childhood Education majors who are required to take PED 1250 to also meet NY state teacher certification requirements.
• Students must have the coach fill out the Exemption General Education Waiver Form.
• Decision to approve the request will be based on a review by the Physical Education Chairperson and the Athletic Director and with optional consultation with the coaches involved.
• No college credit will be awarded for exemption/waivers of the General Education Physical Education requirement.
• Exemption forms are available from the Chairperson of the Physical Education Department.

Life Experience and Challenge Examinations

Students may apply for credit by examination by taking Challenge Exams or applying for Life Experience credits to meet the Physical Education General Education requirement (see "academic Policies and Procedures). The fees for applying for and receiving credits for Challenge Exams and Life Experience are listed in the "Expenses" section of the catalog.

Generally, one (1) credit for the Physical Education General Education requirement can be awarded for approved applications.

Substitution Policy for Medical Excuses from PED Activity Courses

Students who cannot complete a physical education activity course due to medical reasons may request approval to take PED 1900 Personal Health as a substitution. PED 1900 does not involve physical activity. The Physical Education Chairperson will review requests for consideration with any supporting medical documentation on a case-by-case basis. The General Education for Physical Education requirement is not waived for medical reasons. Pre-approved students must successfully complete PED 1900. A substitution can then be made to meet the activity requirement.