License: Physical Education, PreK-12

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Requirements for the Standard Professional PreK-12 Physical Education Certificate Certificate Information The holder of this certificate is authorized to teach Physical Education in grades PreK-12. Additional approved areas and endorsements may not be added to this certificate EXCEPT for the SEI, full ESL, or the full Bilingual endorsement. The Standard certificate is valid for 12 years and maybe renewed. Administrative Requirement Checklist In order for our office to complete a Substantive review the following Administrative requirements must be submitted as described, if not, the processing of your application could be delayed. Application fees are non-refundable. ? Application & Fee: Complete the Application for Certification and submit the appropriate fee. ? IVP Fingerprint Card: Submit a photocopy of your valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Identity Verified Prints (IVP) fingerprint card, (not the paper copy of your prints), with your application. ? Official Transcripts: Request that your university/college submit official transcripts documenting a Bachelor’s or more advanced degree directly to certification@azed.gov, or by mail to Arizona Department of Education – Certification Unit, P.O. Box 6490, Phoenix, AZ 85005. ? Foreign Transcripts: Request a course-by-course evaluation to be completed by an approved Foreign Credential Evaluation Agency to identify the equivalent degree in the United States, and submit them directly to certification@azed.gov. o Note: Transcripts submitted by the applicant via the online portal or by email are not considered official. --One of the following-- ? Exams: Copy of your passing AEPA/NEA exam results or appropriate documentation that you qualify for an exam waiver. (See Exam Requirements). If you are using teaching experience, please have your HR complete the Verification of PreK-12 Teaching Experience form and submitted by the HR Department to certification@azed.gov. --OR-- ? Out-of-State Certificate/License: Submit a photocopy of your out-of-state certificate/license with your application. Substantive Requirement Review - Coursework Option A, B, or C Option A: Teacher Preparation Program: o Completion of a teacher preparation program in PreK-12 Physical Education from a Board-approved educator preparation program or an accredited institution offering substantially similar training, addressing the topics listed below and any others as required by law: Elementary, secondary and adaptive physical education methods; Foundational coursework in the areas of Growth and Motor Development, Movement Activities; Lifelong Physical Fitness; Instructional design and lesson planning, including modifications, and accommodations; The learning environment, including classroom management; Assessing, monitoring and reporting progress; Professional responsibility and ethical conduct and; Twelve weeks of capstone experience as described in R7-2-604 in grades Pre-K-12 physical education, serving students in elementary and secondary physical education, which may be completed during the valid period of a teaching intern or student teaching intern certificate. 10/18/2021 Requirements may be subject to change and are fully referenced in the Arizona Revised Statutes and Administrative Code. Page 1 of 4 R7-2-606; R7-2-607; R-2-601.01; R7-2-613 (A)(H); R7-2-621