This Teacher Certification option prepares a student to teach physics and related
science courses in grades K-12.
Teacher Certification students take a total of 120 credit hours for their degree with
34 credit hours in Physics, and 46 credit hours in Education. The remaining credit
hours are from mathematics and required humanities courses.
Physics s is the study of matter and energy and its interactions; therefore, physics
describes the fundamental nature of our reality in this existence. It is the most
basic of sciences and the foundation of many aspects of our modern civilization. Look
around, you would be hard pressed to find pieces of technology i.e., micro and nanoelectronics,
lasers, solar panels, nuclear power plants, as well as medical devices, that were
not at one time research tools of, or examples of some fundamental principles discovered
and explored by physicists. As our world continues its juggernaut of unstoppable technical
progress, sustaining economic activity will require increased numbers of individuals
educated at higher and higher levels of technical skill. There is no level higher
than that of physics, thus studying physics is great preparation for an endeavor that
you may desire or undertake. On the other hand, you may just have an insatiable curiosity
about how the universe works! Studying physics is the best way to satisfy this curiosity
and to prepare for the challenges of the life in the future.
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Science Education Careers
Since physics is the most basic of sciences, an undergraduate degree in physics can
take you almost anywhere. You can pursue a graduate degree in Physics or seek lucrative
employment in numerous fields.
• Public School Physics Teacher • Private School Physics Teacher • General Physics Teacher
Q: What does a Physics High School Teacher Do? A: A high school physics teacher with a degree or certification in physics can instruct
students in the basics of physics. They may provide instruction and testing to prepare
students for college.
Are you thinking about pursuing a career in physics education? Our program prepares
students to become highly-trained physics educators.
Do you have an insatiable curiosity about how the universe works? Studying physics
is the best way to satisfy this curiosity and to prepare for the challenges of life
in the future. Physics is the study of matter and energy and its interactions and
describes the fundamental nature of our existence. It is the most basic of sciences
and the foundation of many aspects of our modern civilization. Most modern technology,
such as micro- and nano-electronics, lasers, solar panels, nuclear power plants as
well as medical devices were at one time research tools of, or examples of some fundamental
principles discovered and explored by physicists. Studying physics is a great preparation
for any endeavor you may desire to undertake!
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by a family friend. After my first day of observations, I was hooked. Aside from learning
about the resilience of the human body, I was captivated by the stories of each unique
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my skills to one day help people recover and enjoy pain-free lives.
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injury. I fell in love with the environment and knew that I wanted to pursue a career
in physical therapy. The pre-physical therapy program at FAMU is helping me realize
that dream. As a graduating senior, I am confident that I have accumulated the skills
necessary for a successful career in physical therapy.
From a young age, I knew I wanted to work in healthcare so I could help people feel
better. Following my graduation from FAMU's pre-physical therapy program, I have been
able to accomplish that and more. Now, as the owner of a private practice clinic,
I enjoy empowering patients and helping them improve their quality of life. There's
nothing more rewarding than positively changing someone's life every day that I report
to work.
