Teaching & Teacher Education : College of Education, University of Arizona

Department Head:
Bruce Johnson, Ph.D

Teaching & Teacher Education
College of Education
P.O. Box 210069
University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona 85721-0069
PE Advising: 520-621-7865 PE Program Phone: 520-621-6993

Teaching & Teacher Education

Physical Education Cohort Program

Students enter the physical education program after completing about two years of undergraduate work at the University of Arizona or elsewhere. To participate in the Physical Education Teacher Preparation Program, the student must first be admitted into the College of Education Teacher Preparation Program. Admission to the PE program follows criteria set for the Teacher Preparation Program which includes the follow: a minimum 2.5 GPA, 120 hours of volunteer work with children, and a written essay.

See the online application for full requirements:
https://www.applyweb.com/apply/arizona/instruct_elementary.html

The avenue of study available through the Physical Education Program is described below:

The Physical Education Teaching Major

Physical Education Course Descriptions

If you are considering a career as a PE teacher, we suggest that you:Meet with the PE academic advisor about the course of study recommended. The PE academic advisor advises:

Freshmen and sophomores before their admission to the program (Pre-Physical Education or PRPE)
Juniors and seniors admitted to the College of Education and enrolled in a PE program
Post-baccalaureate students preparing for teacher certification

Physical Education Faculty

Mark Jenks 621-6993 email

Ingrid Johnson (Program Coordinator) 626-9668 email

Scott Watson 621-2212 email

Arnold White 626-9578 email