Physics Education Certificate
Purpose
The purpose of the Certificate in Physics Education is to provide an option for teachers who desire a dual science endorsement to teach physics courses in grades 6-12 or teacher candidates who are enrolled in a teacher preparation program that leads to initial licensure in another science discipline in grades 6-12. This licensure certificate leads to a Virginia endorsement and is intended to prepare teachers with a current science endorsement to serve in Physics classrooms.
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Apply a fundamental understanding of physics principles for teaching secondary students.