Physical Education Teacher Education Program (PETE)

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Welcome to the Physical Education Teacher Education Program (PETE) at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.

The Physical Education Teacher Education Program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale prepares students for licensure as a K-12 Physical Education teacher in the State of Illinois. Reciprocal license agreements allow graduates of the Southern Illinois University Carbondale PETE program to teach in several other states around the country. The vision of the program is to not only prepare students to become excellent physical education teachers, but also valuable members of the school and local community.

Why the Southern Illinois University Carbondale PETE Program?

There are a number of reasons why the Southern Illinois University Carbondale PETE Program is a great choice for you. Below are just a few of the benefits:

• You may enter the program as a freshman or transfer from another institution.
• Class sizes are kept low for the best possible instruction.
• Faculty members are experienced leaders in the field of Physical Education.
• Several student teaching sites are available to suit your needs, from local schools in southern Illinois to sites near Chicago and St Louis.

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