Adapted Physical Education Teaching Graduate Program Emphasis

BULLETIN: New funding opportunities available for APE Graduate Students

Students pursuing study in adapted physical education (APE) have the option to complete either a full graduate degree or a sequence of courses leading to Wisconsin APE teaching certification.

The first option is the full Master of Science degree in Physical Education Teaching - Adapted Physical Education Teaching Emphasis (35 Credits Total). This program prepares teachers to provide direct service to students who receive special education and to perform leadership and supervision roles in APE.  Students completing this program will be eligible to receive certification as an APE specialist in the states of Wisconsin (#860) and Minnesota (License #8700.5502), as well as many other states (via reciprocity agreement).

Masters Program Overview
Masters Program Requirements and Course Descriptions

The second option leads to Graduate Certification in Adapted Physical Education Teaching (18 Credits Total).

UW-L recruits well qualified teachers to the field of Adapted Physical Education.  Approximately 10 currently employed physical education teachers from school districts participate in our Certification-only option.  This is an 18 graduate credit-hour course of study that can be completed in 2-3 summers.  Upon completion of this option, students will be eligible for the Wisconsin add-on certification in APE (#860) and Minnesota (License #8700.5502).

Graduate Summer Certification Overview
Graduate Summer Certification Requirements and Course Descriptions

For more information about graduate study in Adapted Physical Education Teaching, please contact:

Dr. Patrick DiRocco
Director, Graduate Adapted
Physical Education
608-785-8173
Dr. Manny Felix
608-785-8691
Dr. Garth Tymeson
608-785-5415

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