Physical Education, K-12 Teacher Certification

Lander's Bachelor of Science in Physical Education - Teacher Education (K-12) prepares a student for teaching careers in the public schools.

The Physical Education-Teacher Education (K-12) is guided by the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) standards for beginning physical education teachers and aligned with Lander University's conceptual framework for teacher education.

The goals of the Lander University Physical Education-Teacher Education Major prepare students to be able to:

1. Identify and discuss major factors in the evolution of the field of Physical Education-Teacher Education from its early historical roots to its present position in the teaching profession;
2. Describe and apply bioscience (anatomical, physiological/biochemical, and biomechanical) concepts and changes occurring in the human organism to skillful movement, physical activity, conditioning, and fitness across the lifespan;
3. Identify, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional methods and assessment strategies that address the diverse cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning needs of all students;
4. Describe knowledge of and apply experiences in planning, implementing, and assessing/evaluating a total school program of physical education in accordance with approved national/state content standards and the state physical education assessment program; and
5. Exhibit professional dispositions in the physical education community that promote active, lifelong learners.

Note: The information below provides convenient links to some of the courses required for this degree; however, it should not be used as a course registration guide. Please refer to the official Lander University Academic Catalog for the most accurate and up-to-date program requirements.

¹ For approved courses see the General Education section
² If you already have credit for HIST 111, do not take HIST 111R; if you already have credit for HIST 112, do not take HIST 112R; if you already have credit for POLS 101, do not take POLS 101R

*Student must be admitted to Teacher Education Program.

• Coursework must include at least 30 hours earned in 300 or above level courses, of which 12 hours must be in the major.
• Additional requirements: CPR/FA card during 4 year period as a student
• Physical Education majors must earn a "B" or better in PEES 329, PEES 429, and PEES 461. A "C" or better must be earned in all other Major Program Core Requirements, Major Program Additional Requirements, and PEES 175.
• See the 4-year major guide for recommended order in which to take courses

STUDENT ELIGIBILTY

Students enrolled in Secondary or PK-12:

Initial Level (First Year)

1. Participate in initial Advising and Induction.
2. Take PRAXIS Core or exempt with 22 ACT or 1100 SAT score.
3. Maintain a 3.0 GPA in all professional courses; achieve a grade of "B" or higher in each field experience; achieve a grade of "C" or higher in all EDUC, ECED, and SPED courses (see catalog for further details, including each department's GPA requirements within the specific content area).

Provisional Level (Second Year)

1. Complete Initial Level requirements.
2. Complete a SLED check.
3. Display professional dispositions and behavior at target levels.
4. Obtain a minimum 2.75 GPA on Lander coursework; maintain a 3.0 GPA in all professional courses; achieve a grade of "B" or higher in each field experience; achieve a grade of "C" or higher in all EDUC, ECED, and SPED courses (see catalog for further details, including each department's GPA requirements within the specific content area).
5. Pass PRAXIS Core or exempt with 22 ACT or 1100 SAT score.
6. Submit Sophomore Portfolio.
7. Gather and submit references.
8. Successfully complete an (April) oral interview with Teacher Education faculty.
9. Successfully complete other reviews as required by departments in specific content areas.

Formal Level (Third Year)

1. Complete Provisional Level requirements.
2. Display professional dispositions and behavior at target levels.
3. Obtain a minimum 2.75 GPA on Lander coursework; maintain a 3.0 GPA in all professional courses; achieve a grade of "B" or higher in each field experience; achieve a grade of "C" or higher in all EDUC, ECED, and SPED courses (see catalog for further details, including each department's GPA requirements within the specific content area).
4. Participate in Induction and Pinning Ceremony.
5. Successfully complete departmental requirements for PRAXIS II.
6. Successfully complete other departmental requirements, reviews, projects, or milestones.

Candidate Level (Fourth Year)

1. Complete Formal Level requirements.
2. Complete FALS requirements before student teaching semester.
3. Enter candidacy with formal admission to the teacher education program.
4. Display professional dispositions and behavior at target levels.
5. Obtain a minimum 2.75 GPA on Lander coursework; maintain a 3.0 GPA in all professional courses; achieve a grade of "B" or higher in each field experience; achieve a grade of "C" or higher in all EDUC, ECED, and SPED courses (see catalog for further details, including each department's GPA requirements within the specific content area).
6. Successfully complete departmental requirements for PRAXIS II.
7. Successfully complete departmental requirements for PLT.
8. Successfully complete other departmental requirements, reviews, projects, or milestones.