Physical Education K-12 Teacher Certification 

Department of Physical Education and Health at Winthrop University has a long and distinguish tradition of providing school systems with bright, well-prepared and dedicated teachers. The curriculum in the Teacher Certification Program reflects current educational trends and prepares students for teaching opportunities in grades k-12 in both the public and private sectors. Students enrolled in the Certification Program will complete the General Education and Physical Education Core curriculums as they begin their specialized studies in education.

In addition to the completion of the required coursework, students must seek admission to the Teacher Education Program. All students seeking admission must meet the following requirements:

1. Completion of a minimum of 45 semester hours, fifteen of which must be completed at Winthrop University.
2. Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75 for coursework completed at Winthrop.
3. Completion of the following core courses with a grade of “C” or better in PHED 101, EDUC 110, 210 and 275.
4. Passing all sections (Reading, Writing and Mathematics) of PRAXIS I.
5. Students must pass the PRAXIS II content exam prior to graduation from the program.
6. Students must take PRAXIS II PLT prior to certification.

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