FTCE Health K-12
FTCE Health K–12
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The FTCE Health K–12 (019) is one of the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations listed on the FTCE/FELE program website, and it is the subject-area test used in Florida's educator certification process for candidates who want to teach health education in grades K–12. The exam is delivered in a computer-based format at test centers, and the FTCE/FELE site states that candidates schedule, reschedule, or cancel computer-based test appointments through the online registration system. The Health K–12 exam has been redeveloped: the FTCE/FELE site announced on January 7 that the test information guide for the redeveloped Health K–12 exam is now available, and on July 28 it posted pilot test opportunities for the Health K–12 exam. Because the exam has been revised, candidates should download the current test information guide before registering and use it to confirm the competencies and skills that the test actually measures, rather than relying on older preparation materials. A practical preparation plan starts with that guide, then builds content knowledge across health concepts, curriculum and instruction, factors affecting health behavior, and the professional role of the health educator, followed by practice with multiple-choice items and review of missed content. Candidates should also check the FTCE/FELE site for current scheduling notices, since the site has reported technical difficulties with scheduling and rescheduling appointments.
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What is the Health K–12 (019) exam used for?
It is a Florida Teacher Certification Examination subject-area test listed on the FTCE/FELE program website. Passing a subject-area test is part of Florida's certification process for educators, so candidates preparing to teach health in grades K–12 should confirm their specific certification requirements with the Florida Department of Education's Bureau of Educator Certification before registering.
How is the exam delivered?
The FTCE/FELE site refers to computer-based test appointments, which candidates schedule, reschedule, or cancel through the online registration system. The site has posted notices about technical difficulties with scheduling and rescheduling, so if you hit an error, try again later or call FTCE/FELE Customer Service at 1-866-613-3281 if you are inside the 24-hour rescheduling deadline.
Has the Health K–12 exam changed recently?
Yes. The FTCE/FELE site announced on January 7 that the test information guides for the redeveloped Educational Media Specialist PK–12 and Health K–12 exams are now available, and on July 28 it posted pilot test opportunities for both exams. Because the test was redeveloped, download the current guide and confirm the competencies and skills before you build a study plan.
How many questions are on the exam and how long does it take?
The retrieved FTCE/FELE pages do not state a question count or time limit for Health K–12 (019), so no figure is given here. The redeveloped exam's test information guide is the authoritative place to confirm the number of items, the time allowed, and the test design; check it before you plan timed practice sessions.
What score do I need to pass?
The retrieved source pages do not state a passing score for Health K–12 (019), so no number is reported here. Passing standards are set in the official test information guide and score-reporting materials on the FTCE/FELE site. Confirm the current requirement there rather than relying on figures from older preparation books or forums.
How hard is the exam, and what trips candidates up?
Difficulty varies by background. The most common preventable problem is preparing from outdated materials: because Health K–12 has been redeveloped, study content that does not match the current competencies wastes time. The second is neglecting the professional-role and curriculum-and-instruction content in favor of pure health facts. Use the current guide as your syllabus and check every topic it lists.
In what order should I study?
Start with the current test information guide and list its competencies and skills. Then work through health content and concepts, curriculum, instruction, and assessment, factors affecting health and health behaviors, and the professional role of the health educator. Finish with practice questions, and revisit any competency where your accuracy is weakest rather than rereading what you already know.
What if I need to reschedule my appointment?
Use the online registration system to reschedule or cancel. The FTCE/FELE site notes a 24-hour deadline and advises that if you must reschedule immediately to meet it, you should call FTCE/FELE Customer Service at 1-866-613-3281. The site has also warned of technical difficulties with scheduling, so do not wait until the last minute.
Where do I find official preparation materials?
The FTCE/FELE site links to a test information guide for the redeveloped Health K–12 exam and notes that interactive competencies and skills worksheets are available for all tests. It also points to the FTCE Learning Portal and the Bureau of Educator Certification. Use those official resources to confirm content and logistics; this page is independent and not affiliated with FTCE, Pearson, or the Florida Department of Education.