Contact information
Steve Palmer, Program Director
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- Steve.Palmer@nau.edu
- 928-523-6164
Graduate with little to no debt
Teach physical education without an education degree
Do you want to teach physical education in an elementary, middle, or high school in Arizona but don’t have a teaching credential? If you already have a bachelor's degree, then this program may be for you. This degree is offered entirely online.Why physical education?
Pursuing a career in physical education can be extremely rewarding. If you care about physical fitness, enjoy working with others, and want a career that will keep you on your toes (literally!) learn more about our Physical Education Path to Certification (PEPC) program.Students in the PEPC program may be eligible for the Arizona Teachers Academy, which provides a scholarship to cover remaining tuition and mandatory student fees after other aid is applied. Graduate with little to no debt, secure an in-demand job, and find a lifelong career you’ll love.
About our program Accordion Closed
Mission and vision
The Physical Education Pathway to Certification (PEPC) is designed for individuals with an existing bachelors degree to meet the Arizona Teaching Experience and Coursework/Training Pathway to Teacher Licensure (standard secondary or preK-12). The PEPC is designed for you to be successful teaching children and adolescents physical education in preK-12 schools. This includes effective classroom management, pedagogical skills, developing and delivering content aligned with Arizona state physical education content standards, and tools to differentiate instruction and help all students learn and be successful. We aim for you to become more confident and capable in teaching children and adolescents.
If you a) have a bachelor’s degree and b) are interested in (or already have) a school physical education teaching position, then this program may be for you. Coursework is designed to meet the Arizona Department of Education Teaching Experience and Coursework/Training secondary certification requirements.
Coursework is also designed to help you pass the NES Professional Knowledge and Physical Education Subject Knowledge examinations. All classes are available online. You will participate in online class activities designed to help you be successful teaching preK-12 physical education while completing hands on lab activities using your current physical education classes.
The PEPC has been submitted for ADE program approval which would mean candidates would be eligible for the ALT-Path certification option.
- Developing educational leaders who create tomorrow's opportunities.
- Developing competent and committed professionals who will make positive differences for children, young adults, and others in schools.
The Physical Education Pathway to Certification (PEPC) is designed for individuals with an existing bachelors degree to meet the Arizona Teaching Experience and Coursework/Training Pathway to Teacher Licensure (standard secondary or preK-12). The PEPC is designed for you to be successful teaching children and adolescents physical education in preK-12 schools. This includes effective classroom management, pedagogical skills, developing and delivering content aligned with Arizona state physical education content standards, and tools to differentiate instruction and help all students learn and be successful. We aim for you to become more confident and capable in teaching children and adolescents.
If you a) have a bachelor’s degree and b) are interested in (or already have) a school physical education teaching position, then this program may be for you. Coursework is designed to meet the Arizona Department of Education Teaching Experience and Coursework/Training secondary certification requirements.
Coursework is also designed to help you pass the NES Professional Knowledge and Physical Education Subject Knowledge examinations. All classes are available online. You will participate in online class activities designed to help you be successful teaching preK-12 physical education while completing hands on lab activities using your current physical education classes.
The PEPC has been submitted for ADE program approval which would mean candidates would be eligible for the ALT-Path certification option.
Semester course availability (subject to change) Accordion Closed
| Summer 1 | Fall | Spring | Summer 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE 315 | PE335 | PE345 | FW325 |
| ESE330 or BME435 | PE355 | PE435 | ESE330 or BME435 |
Meet a PE student Accordion Closed
Meet Madison Fisher, graduate of the NAU PE program. She says, "I grew up dancing and really appreciating physical activity. I also love working with kids, and my first job was in a preschool teacher position. I loved that job and knew that the teacher path was the one I wanted to take." Learn more about Madison's experience in the program.
Professional licensure Accordion Closed
This program was intentionally designed to lead to licensure or certification in the state of Arizona. For information regarding how the curricular requirements for this degree program align to licensure or certification requirements in other states, see professional licensure by state. PETE students will be certified with a PreK-12 certificate.
Students may choose to take: Professional Knowledge Exam - Elementary or Professional Knowledge Exam - Secondary and PE Exam for AZ Certification students.
Students may choose to take: Professional Knowledge Exam - Elementary or Professional Knowledge Exam - Secondary and PE Exam for AZ Certification students.