Outline of the state of Washington
State
Washington
Recommended

Category
Health Education Teacher Qualifications

Category
Health Education Teacher Qualifications

State law recommends newly hired staff who teach HE be certified, licensed, or endorsed by the state in HE.

Health and Physical Education Standard

To effectively implement Standard-based health and physical education instruction, schools will need:

  • Engaging, youth-focused, and active teaching strategies.
  • Policies and procedures that align with the Standard.
  • Endorsed, certified staff to provide instruction.
Policy Type
Standard

RCW 28A.210.365

It is the goal of Washington state to ensure that: (4) By 2010, all student health and fitness instruction shall be conducted by appropriately certified instructors

Policy Type
Statute