The classroom certification with kinesiology certification is better for those whose primary interest is in elementary school aged children and would like classroom teaching as a second career choice rather than physical education at another level as a second choice. Both certifications allow graduates to obtain employment as elementary school physical education specialists. All coaches must be certified teachers and full time employees of the school district, but the field of certification is not specified and there is no separate coaching certification. The kinesiology major with teaching certification however, provides excellent preparation for those interested in coaching. Yes, several of our graduates have taken positions teaching in the elementary school and coaching at a middle or high school.
Some states accept certification from Texas with no additional requirements.
Others require some specific additions. For example, those entering Texas with certification from other states can get a one year provisional certificate during which time they are required to take the Texas Excet Test for certification. Our graduates have enjoyed a high success rate in obtaining employment. Virtually every certification graduate who has wanted to teach has obtained employment. Those who have chosen high demand second teaching fields and those willing to leave metropolitan districts several choices of positions.