Be a part of the vanguard in International School Physical Education. PHASE is running a new professional learning certification program.
Participants take place in a two day workshop for which they will receive an attendance certificate. Following the workshop they undertake some post workshop work (expected to take 5-10 hours). Candidates for certification will receive individual feedback on their submission and have the option for a coaching call with the facilitator following submission.
Overview of Course
The first level certification session for physical education (PHASE Certified International School PE Teacher) provides a comprehensive overview of foundational concepts essential for aspiring and experienced physical educators. This initial certification will set the stage for more detailed explorations of various topics in future certifications. To develop a solid foundation for all PHASE-certified physical educators, topics will include learning as it relates to physical education, the purpose of physical education, foundational practices, and assessment. Attendees will also be exposed to the uniqueness of physical education in international schools. Through interactive sessions and practical demonstrations, this certification equips teachers with the knowledge and skills necessary to inspire youth through physical education.
In developing this overview the following considerations were made:
- The first level should ensure that all teachers attain the same core understandings regardless of their experience level.
- The training should be foundational, allowing for a variety of future certification workshops.
- Physical education teachers learn best when empowered to control and set their own professional development goals and criteria to measure progress toward those goals.
Five questions will drive the 2-day workshop:
- What is learning in physical education? – Explore the purpose of physical education.
- What is worth learning in physical education? – Examine appropriate content in physical education.
- How do we create an environment for learning in physical education? – This will allow attendees to experience and consider various practices in physical education.
- How do we know learning occurred in physical education? – This will allow attendees to consider assessment and its role in physical education.
- What is unique about physical education in international schools? – Allow attendees to discuss school types, educational philosophies, cultures, living environments, etc. unique to international schools.
Agenda
What is learning in physical education?
- Attendees will articulate their definition of learning in physical education.
- Attendees will discuss the role of physical education teachers in learning.
- Attendees will identify key characteristics for physical education teacher leaders.
What is worth learning in physical education?
- Attendees will describe how their personal and PE values impact their teaching and curriculum.
- Attendees will prepare an AI-generated mission statement based on their small group’s PE values.
- Attendees will compare not fewer than three physical education standards and identify commonalities and differences
- Attendees will argue their perspective of what is worth learning in physical education.
How do we create an environment for learning in physical education?
- Attendees will identify three strategies to enhance lesson efficiency
- Attendees will identify contemporary pedagogy strategies for creating and inclusive, welcoming, student-centered learning environment.
- Attendees will discuss the potential for at least two instructional models for their physical education program.
How do we know learning occurs in physical education?
- Attendees will be able to argue for the benefits of developing outcome-driven assessments.
- Attendees will discuss the role of student agency in assessment.
- Attendees will discuss at least three assessment strategies they can use in their program.
What is unique about physical education in international schools?
- This time will be used to organize attendees to stay in touch post-workshop.
- Time will also be allocated to discuss the project for those seeking to be certified.
- Lastly, future certification opportunities, as available, will be presented to attendees.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for early career and experienced physical educators alike.
PHASE – China 2026
Date and Time
14-15 May 2026
Location
Shanghai American School China (Pudong Campus)
Price
6000RMB (until 29 Jan 2026)
6750RMB (until 26 Mar 2026)
8000RMB (after 26 Mar 2026)
(350RMB off per ticket for 3 or more)
There are combo tickets available that include a 1000RMB discount to the PHASE conference – see registration page.
Note: You do not need to register for the main PHASE Conference to attend this two-day workshop.
