Why doesnt the PECAT ask about other parts of the physical education program, such as teacher qualifications, policies of physical education program, or facilities?
The PECAT was developed to review written curricula, which are considered an essential foundation to any physical education program. In future iterations of the PECAT, other components may be addressed. At present, CDCs School Health Index (SHI), a self-assessment tool, can be used to determine the extent to which your school implements the types of policies and practices recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in its research-based guidelines related to physical education and other physical activity programs. The SHI is easy to use and completely confidential. It is available online as an interactive tool and can be accessed at www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/shi.
