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Exam Overview
What Is the OSAT Physical Education/Health/Safety (112) Exam
The OSAT Physical Education/Health/Safety (112) exam is a subject-area assessment required for teacher certification in Oklahoma. It measures your readiness to teach physical education, health, and safety across K–12 settings.
The exam is part of the Oklahoma Subject Area Tests system used to evaluate subject-matter competence for licensure.
Administering Authority
The exam is administered under the Oklahoma teacher certification program.
- Overseen by Oklahoma education testing authorities
- Required for state licensure in Physical Education/Health/Safety
- Used as an official credentialing assessment
Passing this exam is mandatory to qualify for certification in this subject area.
Exam Pattern and Structure
The test combines objective and written components to assess both knowledge and application.
Test Format
- Selected-response questions
- One constructed-response (written) assignment
Question Breakdown
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Multiple-choice | Content knowledge across all test sections |
| Constructed response | Written analysis of instructional or content-based scenario |
Number of Questions
- Approximately 80 multiple-choice questions
- 1 constructed-response task
Each question aligns directly with one or more exam domains.
Time Allotted
- Total testing time: approximately 4 hours
- Time includes reading, answering, and reviewing responses
You must manage time carefully across sections to complete both parts.
Test Sections Covered
The exam evaluates knowledge across six domains.
- Healthy Growth, Development, and Relationships
- Health-Related Physical Fitness
- Motor Skills and Movement Activities
- Safe Living and Risk Reduction
- Consumer, Community, and Environmental Health
- Health and Physical Education Program Planning
Each section contributes to the overall score.
Scoring Method
- Scaled score system
- Multiple-choice and constructed-response scores are combined
- Final score reported as pass or fail
There is no penalty for incorrect multiple-choice answers. You should attempt every question.
Why This Exam Is Important
This exam serves as a professional gatekeeping assessment.
- Confirms subject-matter competence
- Evaluates instructional readiness
- Ensures alignment with Oklahoma education standards
- Required for employment as a certified educator
Without a passing score, certification in this subject area cannot be issued.
What the Exam Expects From You
The OSAT Physical Education/Health/Safety (112) exam expects you to:
- Demonstrate accurate content knowledge
- Apply concepts to school-based scenarios
- Understand safety, fitness, and health principles
- Show awareness of instructional planning and assessment
This study guide is structured to help you meet those expectations efficiently and systematically.
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