Physical Education Major - Physical Education K-12 Teacher Certification
Requirements
UW-Superior education programs are approved by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction to fulfill specific licensure requirements for the state of Wisconsin at the time of degree completion. Some requirements may unavoidably change as state requirements change; stay in close communication with your advisors throughout your program. If you seek licensure in a state other than Wisconsin, please see the UW-Superior Institutional Certification Office web page for further information and assistance.
Students completing the K-12 Physical Education licensure program for Wisconsin licensure are also eligible for the Wisconsin Athletic Coaching license.
61 total credits
The Physical Education Major, K-12 Licensure program, follows the teacher certification policies and guidelines established by the UW-Superior Teacher Education Program. HHP 110 Introduction to HHP Majors/Minors, helps students interested in the program to understand its requirements. Upper-level courses are then required in both departments.
Students seeking K-12 teacher certification are required to take selected courses in Physical Education and Teacher Education in a prescribed sequence. It is critical the sequence be followed. Taking courses out of sequence or missing required courses can result in significant delay in completing degree requirements. See your advisor for information on the program requirements and a suggested four-year plan.
*Certification in Lifeguarding and WSI is highly recommended (HHP 312 Aquatic Safety/Lifeguard Training/HHP 413 Water Safety Instructor (WSI))
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Activity Courses | ||
| HHP 150 | Invasion, Striking and Field Activities in PE | 2.00 |
| HHP 151 | Target, Net and Wall Activities in PE | 2.00 |
| HHP 152 | Invasion, Striking and Field Activities in PE II | 2.00 |
| HHP 153 | Target, Net and Wall Activities in PE II | 2.00 |
| HHP 133 | Social and Square Dance | 3.00 |
| HHP 203 | Group Fitness | 1.00 |
| Select one of the following: | 1.00 | |
| Level IV & V (Intermediate) American Red Cross Certification & Basic Water Safety | ||
or HHP 312 | Aquatic Safety/Lifeguard Training | |
or HHP 313 | Level VI,VII Advanced Swimming (ARC) and Emergency Water Safety | |
or HHP 412 | Lifeguard Training Instructor | |
or HHP 413 | Water Safety Instructor (WSI) | |
| HHP 233 | Elementary School Human Performance Activities-Children's Games | 3.00 |
| HHP 235 | Children's Rhythms & Tumbling | 3.00 |
| Required Professional Theory Courses | ||
| HHP 110 | Introduction to HHP Majors/Minors | 1.00 |
| HHP 252 | Introduction into Sports and Exercise Medicine | 2.00 |
| HHP 282 | Introduction to Physical Assessment and Exercise Evaluation | 2.00 |
| HHP 332 | Motor Learning | 3.00 |
| HHP 339 | Methods and Curriculum In Teaching Secondary Physical Education | 3.00 |
| HHP 340 | Organization and Administration of Human Performance, Health & Athletics | 3.00 |
| HLTH 158 | Responding To Emergencies and Safety Education | 2.00 |
| HLTH 264 | Human Structure & Function | 3.00 |
| HLTH 265 | Human Structure & Function | 3.00 |
| HHP 362 | Kinesiology | 3.00 |
| HHP 363 | Exercise Physiology | 3.00 |
| HHP 421 | Introduction to Teaching Adapted Physical Education | 2.00 |
| HHP 435 | Methods and Curriculum in Teaching Elementary Physical Education | 3.00 |
| HHP 438 | Measurement and Evaluation for Human Performance | 2.00 |
| COAC 341 | Principles and Theory of Coaching | 2.00 |
| COAC 456 | Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology | 2.00 |
| HHP 497 | Senior Capstone Experience | 0.00 |
| Professional Education Required Courses | ||
| Teacher certification requirements, including student teaching/internship, are also in place for this major. | ||
| Orientation to Teacher Education (1 CREDIT) | ||
| Introduction to Education (3 CREDITS) | ||
| Multicultural Education (3 CREDITS) | ||
| Responding To Emergencies and Safety Education (2 CREDITS) | ||
| Teaching Experience Required Course | ||
| Student Teaching Residency (12 CREDITS) | ||
| Total Hours | 58.00 | |