Criteria for Becoming an Physics Teacher:

In order to teach Physics at the middle and high school levels, the preparation must be equivalent to a major (at least 50 quarter credits/ 33 semester credits) in science related disciplines, with a majority of the coursework in Physics.Preparation should include courses in a combination of the following areas:
  • Full sequence of General Physics with Calculus (200-level minimum)
  • Theoretical Physics
  • General Chemistry (2 terms)
  • Thermodynamics

Please note that these are guidelines only and that a transcript review and advising are needed to ensure that you will meet the requirements. For advising related to preparation for Biology teaching, please contact:

Kristin Johnson
Zabel Hall #227
541-962-3529
kristin.johnson@eou.edu