The B.S.E leading to certification in Physical Education, Wellness, and Leisure is the only P-8 and 7-12 program administered entirely through the College of Education.

All P-8 and 7-12 teaching areas require that teacher candidates pass the Praxis I Reading, Writing, and Math exams (following Introduction to Education) prior to taking course work within the certification track. Teacher candidates must formally apply and be admitted to the Teacher Education Program prior to Enrolling in certification track courses beyond Introduction to Education

All teacher candidates must take the appropriate Praxis II exam prior to enrolling in the professional semester (Student Teaching and Seminar). Note that teacher candidates can complete the required courses for teacher certification without passing appropriate Praxis II exams. However, in order for candidates to be recommended for an initial teacher license, candidates must meet the Arkansas pass score for all required Praxis II exams. Candidates who complete all certification track courses but fail to pass the Praxis II exams may be recommended for a one-year provisional license.