Division of Kinesiology and Health
College of Health Sciences
An endorsement in Adapted Physical Education for Wyoming Public Schools is available
to individuals who have completed or are in the process of completing a Bachelor's
Degree in Physical Education Teacher Education. In addition to the coursework required
for a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education Teacher Education from the University
of Wyoming, an individual must complete the following courses for an endorsement in
adapted physical education in Wyoming:
- EDEX 2484 (3 credits) Introduction to Special Education
- preferably to be taken along with undergraduate coursework
- KIN 4065 (3 credits) Resources in Adapted Physical Education
- preferably to be taken along with undergraduate coursework
- KIN 4075 (3 credits) Assessment in Adapted Physical Education
- preferably to be taken when teaching
Individuals who have completed a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education Teacher Education
at another institution may be required to complete additional coursework as determined
through a transcript analysis. If you are interested in determining whether or you meet the state requirements for
an endorsement in adapted physical education, please submit a cover letter, copies of transcripts, and an outline of past experiences
(if applicable) to Dr. Tristan Wallhead.
