Add-on Health Fitness Endorsement Program (K-12)

The Add-on Health Fitness Endorsement program is open to K-12 teachers holding a valid Washington state teaching certificate, and culminates in OSPI recommendation for the Health Fitness Endorsement.

Through a rigorous, engaging online coursework, candidates gain expertise in the field of Health Fitness, training to educators as they help their students meet Washington Health Fitness standards. Educators will leave the program ready to help students develop "the knowledge and skills to be physically active, eat nutritiously, access reliable health information and services, communicate effectively, and set health-enhancing goals."

To apply for the Health Fitness Program, contact endorse@spu.edu.

Additional Details

Courses

Program Coursework

Minimum Required

5 Course(s)

PES 5070 is a 4-day online summer intensive. Pre-req: PES 5051
PES 5070 Strategies for Teaching Strength Training
PES 5051 is a self-paced course. Students have 364 days complete.
PES 5051 Foundations and Methods of Teaching Health Fitness
PES 5065 is a 4-day online summer intensive. Pre-req: PES 5051
PES 5065 Scientific Application in Physical Activity
PES 5067 is self-paced. Students have 90 days to complete. Closes 3/1/2022.
PES 5067 Teaching Health & Wellness
PES 5075 is a 4-day ON CAMPUS summer intensive. No prereqs.
PES 5075 Alternative Sports and Games for Regular and Special Populations

Classroom Practicum

Minimum Required

1 Course(s)

You'll be paired with an SPU supervisor and will write and teach a showcase unit over the course of a quarter-long, 5-credit course. This course requires self-placement in an appropriate classroom.

Pre-Requisites: WEST-E 029 and Completion of Program Coursework
EDCN 5730 Teaching Endorsement Field Experience and Pedagogy Assessment