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School Health Education, M.Ed.


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School Health Education and Multi-Age Licensure


Specialization leading to a Master of Education  degree.

40-49 credit hours leading to a degree and Ohio State licensure.

Introduction

This program is a combination of the curriculum and instruction Master’s degree program in school health education and multi-age licensure in health education. Students analyze and interpret current research in the health field and become knowledgeable in areas of primary concern, such as nutrition and substance abuse in the schools. Particular focus is placed on recent developments and trends in health fields. Two program options are available: (1) Master’s degree and second licensure for current holders of a multi-age license and (2) Master’s degree and initial licensure for persons without a current teaching license.

School Health Education and Second Licensure


40-43 credit hours 

Note(s)

*Prerequisites: Personal health, first aid, and CPR certification or equivalent
**Prerequisite: Foundations of health education (HED 359)
***Prerequisites: Personal health, child psychology, adolescent psychology, or equivalent

Culminating Activity


Select one of the three options: comprehensive examination, project, or thesis.

Licensure Requirements


Must pass Praxis II health content exam prior to practicum assignment 
Criminal background check 
Professional and employment portfolio

School Health Education and Initial Licensure


48-49 credit hours 

Note(s)

*Prerequisites: Personal health, first aid, and CPR certification or equivalent
**Prerequisite: Foundations of health education (HED 359)
***Prerequisites: Personal health, child psychology, adolescent psychology, or equivalent
**Prerequisite: Foundations of health education (HED 359)
***Prerequisites: Personal health, child psychology, adolescent psychology, or equivalent

Culminating Activity


Select one of the three options: comprehensive examination, project, or thesis.

Licensure Requirements


Must pass both Praxis II principles of learning and teaching (PLT) and health content exams prior to student teaching
Criminal background check
Professional and employment portfolio

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