Already have a bachelor's degree? Become certified to teach health and physical education in grades K-12 through UL Lafayette's Certification-Only Program.
Health & Physical Education Grades K-12, Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
This 27-credit-hour certificate is the Certification-Only Program path for health and physical education. To earn certification from the Louisiana Department of Education, you'll complete all required courses, pass the required Praxis exams, and complete an academic internship or teacher residency.
Along with the Certification-Only Program's admission requirements, health and physical education candidates need:
- 15 credit hours in health (HLTH) or kinesiology (KNES) courses
- A passing score of 160 or higher on the Praxis Health and Physical Education: Content Knowledge exam (5857)
At your first consultation, the Office of Student Services will give you a course prescription form. The School of Kinesiology may require additional coursework before you're accepted.
To have your transcripts and Praxis scores evaluated, contact the College of Education & Human Development Office of Student Services at 337-482-6681 or altcert@louisiana.edu.
Learn more about the Certification-Only Program
Adapted Physical Education Add-On Endorsement
Current teacher candidates and certified teachers can add an adapted physical education K-12 endorsement to their teaching certificate. Requirements vary depending on your current certification area.