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Professional Development<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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What are Professional Development Points? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

“PD Points”<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

All undergraduate Kinesiology majors are required to obtain professional development credentials to support their career goals and provide a foundation for the creation of their professional portfolio and resume. Points can be earned in different categories with a maximum of 5 points per category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are the categories of PD Points?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Memberships, Certifications, Leadership, Research, Service, and Fitness<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How many PD Points are required?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Students must complete a total of 15 Professional Development Points<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

KINESIOLOGY<\/strong> majors must be complete by the time they finish KINE 4305<\/strong> (course requirement)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SPORT MANAGEMENT<\/strong> majors must be complete by the time they finish KINE 4395<\/strong> (course requirement)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Where do I submit my PD Points?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

PD Point information and opportunities are shared in the Canvas Community: Kinesiology Professional Development Points. Students will upload their points to the Canvas Page under the Assignments link while verifying completion. (See Instructions for Uploading PD Points on the Canvas page)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How do I earn PD Points?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Opportunities to earn points might include activities around Tarleton\u2019s home campus in Stephenville but PD Points can be earned anywhere (see pre-approved list on the Canvas page). Opportunities are often posted on the Canvas Community and\/or School of Kinesiology social media platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How do I know how many PD Points I have?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the grades tab on Canvas, you will see a percentage under your points that have been scored. 20% = 1 point. 40% = 2 PD Points. 60% = 3 PD Points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Still have questions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Contact the PD Point Coordinator Dr. Jim Tennison at tennison@tarleton.edu<\/a>; KINE\/GYM 171<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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