▼ The purpose of this study was to determine if pre-service physical education teachers (PEPT, n=38) viewed leadership, and more directly, teacher leadership, differently than pre-service teachers who were not enrolled in a preparatory physical education program (NPEPT, n= 105). A second goal of the study was to determine if the concept of teacher leadership was receiving substantial attention in pre-service teacher education programs; and to highlight any differences between the aforementioned groups. Surveys were administered to 143 college students currently enrolled in a teacher education program. Limited evidence was observed indicating ambivalence in the conceptualization of leadership, and a lack of discourse on teacher leadership in Non-physical education curriculum. Conversely, ample evidence was observed in support of the hypothesis that physical education programs possess a greater focus on teacher leadership. Considerable evidence was also reported noting a stronger desire in PEPT to take on various avenues of leadership. Lastly, clear evidence was displayed for support of the null hypothesis suggesting that training in leadership responsibilities in teacher education curriculum may potentially increase future desire to take on such roles. Further delineation of the major findings is presented in discussion of each dependant variable. Advisors/Committee Members: Cai, Sean.