Graduate Certificate in Adapted Physical Education at University of Maine

Programme overview

An online graduate certificate giving physical education teachers the knowledge and skills to meet the needs of students with physical and/or intellectual disabilities. It meets coursework requirements for Maine's Adapted Physical Education (515) endorsement.

Faculty: College of Education and Human Development (UMaineOnline) | Duration: 15 credits | Intake: Rolling admissions (applications not being accepted at time of reading) | Study mode: online | Location: Orono, ME, United States

What you will study

Core (9 credits): EHD 590 Assessment in Adapted Physical Education, EHD 657 Practicum in Adapted Physical Education, and SED 532 or SED 563 (behavior management/positive behavior support). Two electives (6 credits) from KPE 512, KPE 573, SED 520 and SED 564.

Career pathways

Practicing PK-12 teachers, adaptive sports instructors, wilderness therapists, athletic administrators and youth program managers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in physical education or a related subject; Maine K-12 Physical Education Teacher Certification (510) or equivalent out-of-state certification; ability to complete assignments and a practicum with PK-12 students. Application materials: online application, current resume or CV, official transcripts, a 300-500 word essay and a copy of current teaching certificate or endorsement.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Rolling admissions (applications not being accepted at time of reading)

Duration: 15 credits

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