Professional competence of future physical education teachers: health- preserving aspect

The purpose of the study is to theoretically justify the health-preserving aspect of the professional competence of future physical education teachers. Materials and methods. To achieve the stated goal, research methods such as theoretical analysis of scientific-methodical and practical literature, normative documents, sociological research methods, and methods of mathematical analysis were used. The study involved 88 undergraduate students majoring in Physical Education at Melitopol State Pedagogical University named after Bohdan Khmelnytskyi, Uzhhorod National University, Yuriy Fedkovych Chernivtsi National University, and the Pedagogical College of Khortytsia National Academy. Results. Research on the professional competence of future physical education teachers in the context of health preservation is crucial for promoting a healthy lifestyle among students. In this context, competence is manifested through the development of professional skills and knowledge in physical education and related areas such as health, nutrition, and safety during physical activity. The study, which involved 88 students, focused on their self-assessment of competence using a five-point scale. Generalized results showed that most students assess their competence at an average level in many aspects, such as understanding the subject area, knowledge of proper nutrition, and an active lifestyle. However, there are areas where knowledge is less satisfactory, such as the ability to provide emergency medical assistance and teach students about disease prevention and healthy living. Conclusion. The conclusion of the study emphasizes the need for further improvement in certain aspects of the competence of future physical education teachers, especially those related to health preservation. This is important for ensuring the proper level of physical education and health of students in the future.