FTCE Health K-12 (019) Test Alignment

Why Test Alignment Matters for Your FTCE Health K-12 Study Guide

Certification test standards are broad, but the exam questions are very specific. Our team of curriculum experts uses the 240 Study Guide Creation Process to ensure the most aligned, specific content for your FTCE Health K-12 (019) test — so you are not wasting time on broad subject review that may not show up on exam day.

Why 240 is the best choice for the FTCE 019 study guide

Built around the official exam framework
Organized by the competencies actually used on the exam
Shows exactly what is covered and where depth is partial
Includes aligned questions, flashcards, study materials, and videos
Helps candidates study what is actually tested instead of broad generic content

Transparent coverage is a strength. We show where the guide is strong, where depth is partial, and where a gap has been identified so you can make an informed study decision.

How to Read This Alignment Review

16Domains

99Competencies reviewed

80%Test-aligned

77Covered

5Partially covered

17Gaps

CoveredCompetency is comprehensively supported by the guide.
Partially coveredCore content is covered, but some depth gaps remain.
Coverage gap identifiedA content gap has been identified.

This study guide is based on the current official exam framework. We review and update alignment whenever the official framework changes so candidates are always studying current, accurate material.

Knowledge of the foundation, theories, and principles of health education (Domain 1)Covered

36 questions · 3 materials · 14 cards · 0 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Identify the philosophies, theories, and models of comprehensive health education.	PE.Health Education Programs	Covered	15	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).
2. Distinguish between the stages of prevention and intervention along continua of care.	PE.Disease Prevention	Covered	17	1	7	Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos).
3. Identify and apply the individual components of effective coordinated school health programs.	PE.Health Education Programs	Covered	15	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).
4. Identify and apply policies and legislation impacting school health education and services.	PE.Health Education Programs	Covered	15	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).
5. Demonstrate cultural competency within the analysis of foundations, theories, and principles of health education.	PE.Health Education Programs; PE.Health and Culture	Covered	19	2	7	Covered by 2 topics (19 questions, 2 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of health education standards and health literacy (Domain 2)Partially covered

22 questions · 2 materials · 6 cards · 0 videosPartially covered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Demonstrate an understanding of health literacy.	PE.Sources for Health Information	Covered	18	1	6	0	Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).
2. Identify and apply state and national health standards for health education.	PE.Health Standards - Florida	Partially covered	4	1	0	0	Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.

Knowledge of health education instructional practices (Domain 3)Partially covered

82 questions · 6 materials · 35 cards · 0 videosPartially covered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Identify and compare tools and techniques for assessing the health needs of individuals, schools, and communities.	PE.Health Education Programs	Covered	15	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).
2. Identify and apply instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse populations.	PE.Instructional Strategies (Health)	Covered	26	1	9	Covered by 1 topic (26 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos).
3. Identify effective health education program planning.	PE.Health Education Programs	Covered	15	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).
4. Select and apply effective implementation strategies for health education programs.	PE.Teaching Health	Covered	19	1	0	Covered by 1 topic (19 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos).
5. Identify methods for evaluating health education programs.	PE.Evaluating Health Programs	Partially covered	4	1	4	Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
6. Identify health education resources and health practitioners.	PE.Health Care Providers	Covered	15	1	13	Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos).
7. Identify effective techniques to communicate health information to appropriate audiences.	PE.Communicating Health Information	Partially covered	3	1	4	Partial coverage by 1 topic (3 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
8. Identify methods, tools, and strategies for assessing students’ progress toward health literacy.	PE.Instructional Strategies (Health)	Covered	26	1	9	Covered by 1 topic (26 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of personal health behaviors and wellness (Domain 4)Covered

35 questions · 2 materials · 9 cards · 0 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Interpret and analyze concepts and components of wellness.	PE.Healthy Lifestyles	Covered	12	1	0	Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos).
2. Evaluate the benefits and consequences of personal health practices.	PE.Healthy Lifestyles	Covered	12	1	0	Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos).
3. Evaluate goal-setting strategies used for personal health and wellness.	PE.Goal Setting and Decision Making	Covered	23	1	9	Covered by 1 topic (23 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos).
4. Evaluate decision-making strategies used for personal health and wellness	PE.Goal Setting and Decision Making	Covered	23	1	9	Covered by 1 topic (23 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology (Domain 5)Partially covered

47 questions · 3 materials · 13 cards · 1 videosPartially covered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the structures and interrelated functions of human body systems	S.Human Body Systems	Covered	25	1	11	1	Covered by 1 topic (25 questions, 1 materials, 11 cards, 1 videos).
2. Identify the relationships of anatomy and physiology to health.	PE.Response to Physical Activity	Covered	16	1	2	0	Covered by 1 topic (16 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos).
3. Identify physiological changes to the human body throughout the life cycle (e.g., conception to death).	PE.Physical Effects of Aging	Partially covered	6	1	0	0	Partial coverage by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
4. Identify physiological adaptations as a result of physical activity, rest, and sleep.	PE.Response to Physical Activity	Covered	16	1	2	0	Covered by 1 topic (16 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of pathology and prevention of human diseases and disorders (Domain 6)Covered

67 questions · 4 materials · 49 cards · 0 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Identify causes, modes of transmission, risk factors, symptoms, treatments, and prevention of communicable diseases.	PE.Common Diseases; PE.Sexually Transmitted Diseases	Covered	41	2	28	Covered by 2 topics (41 questions, 2 materials, 28 cards, 0 videos).
2. Identify causes, risk factors, symptoms, treatments, and prevention of noncommunicable diseases and disorders affecting the body.	PE.Common Health Conditions	Covered	20	1	11	Covered by 1 topic (20 questions, 1 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos).
3. Identify and determine common screenings and diagnostic techniques for prevention or early intervention benefits.	PE.Monitoring Fitness Levels	Covered	6	1	10	Covered by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of interpersonal health (Domain 7)Covered

76 questions · 6 materials · 15 cards · 0 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Analyze relationships among families, peers, culture, media, and technology regarding interpersonal health behaviors.	PE.Influences on Health Behaviors; PE.Family Roles and Structures	Covered	28	2	2	Covered by 2 topics (28 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos).
2. Identify and interpret the influence of changing roles, relationships, and socioeconomic factors on interpersonal health.	PE.Family Roles and Structures	Covered	14	1	1	Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos).
3. Identify and demonstrate an understanding of the effective use of coping skills.	PE.Emotional Responses	Covered	9	1	2	Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos).
4. Define and demonstrate an understanding of the effective use of interpersonal communication skills.	PE.Conflict Resolution; PE.Teaching Healthy Communication Skills	Covered	29	2	6	Covered by 2 topics (29 questions, 2 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).
5. Identify effective community resources that support and assist in healthy social development.	PE.Community Health	Covered	10	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of sexual health (Domain 8)Covered

62 questions · 4 materials · 11 cards · 0 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Identify key characteristics of sexual development (e.g., infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood).	PE.Physical Development Stages	Covered	14	1	0	Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos).
2. Determine age- and developmentally-appropriate relationship skills throughout life (e.g., friend relationships, dating relationships, intimate relationships; healthy relationships, unhealthy/abusive relationships).	PE.Peer Relationships; PE.Dating Relationships	Covered	32	2	10	Covered by 2 topics (32 questions, 2 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos).
3. Identify effective research-based strategies for preventing pregnancy.	PE.Teaching Sexual Health	Covered	16	1	1	Covered by 1 topic (16 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos).
4. Identify effective research-based strategies for preventing STIs, including HIV.	PE.Teaching Sexual Health	Covered	16	1	1	Covered by 1 topic (16 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of nutrition and physical fitness (Domain 9)Covered

93 questions · 6 materials · 46 cards · 0 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Identify basic nutrients, food guides, and serving size recommendations.	PE.Healthy Diet	Covered	19	1	10	Covered by 1 topic (19 questions, 1 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos).
2. Analyze the impact of culture on nutrition and exercise.	PE.Influences on Health Behaviors	Covered	14	1	1	Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos).
3. Describe the relationships between daily food intake, body weight, and physical activity.	PE.Relationship Between Calories and Exercise	Covered	6	1	9	Covered by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos).
4. Identify the signs, symptoms, and risk factors associated with eating disorders and obesity.	PE.Eating Disorders	Covered	8	1	10	Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos).
5. Analyze the benefits of regular physical activity and proper nutrition.	PE.Weight Management	Covered	28	1	4	Covered by 1 topic (28 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos).
6. Explain the principles of exercise prescription and fitness assessment.	PE.Personal Fitness Programs	Covered	18	1	12	Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 12 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of mental and emotional health (Domain 10)Partially covered

52 questions · 3 materials · 17 cards · 0 videosPartially covered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Identify characteristics of positive mental health and emotional intelligence.	PE.Mental Health	Covered	31	1	10	Covered by 1 topic (31 questions, 1 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos).
2. Identify mental and emotional health risk factors.	PE.Mental Health	Covered	31	1	10	Covered by 1 topic (31 questions, 1 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos).
3. Identify common signs and symptoms of mental and emotional health disorders requiring referral (e.g., self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation).	PE.Mental Health	Covered	31	1	10	Covered by 1 topic (31 questions, 1 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos).
4. Evaluate the impact of mental health disorders on the individual, family, peers, and community.	PE.Mental Health	Covered	31	1	10	Covered by 1 topic (31 questions, 1 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos).
5. Identify strategies for prevention and intervention of mental and emotional health disorders.	PE.Mental Health	Covered	31	1	10	Covered by 1 topic (31 questions, 1 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos).
6. Identify the psychosocial and physiological effects of stress.	None	Coverage gap identified	0	0	0	No matching topic found in the study guide.
7. Apply appropriate and effective strategies for stress management.	PE.Stress and Relaxation	Covered	11	1	2	Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos).
8. Identify community and other resources that support and assist healthy mental and emotional development.	PE.Community Health	Covered	10	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of substance use, abuse, and dependency and addictive behaviors (Domain 11)Covered

63 questions · 3 materials · 26 cards · 0 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Identify risk factors contributing to substance use, abuse, and dependency and addictive behaviors.	PE.Preventing and Treating Substance Abuse	Covered	30	1	3	Covered by 1 topic (30 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos).
2. 2 .Identify protective factors contributing to the prevention of substance use, abuse, and dependency and addictive behaviors.	PE.Preventing and Treating Substance Abuse	Covered	30	1	3	Covered by 1 topic (30 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos).
3. Recognize signs and symptoms of possible substance use, abuse, and dependency and addictive behaviors.	PE.Preventing and Treating Substance Abuse	Covered	30	1	3	Covered by 1 topic (30 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos).
4. Identify the effects of substance use, abuse, and dependency and addictive behaviors on all domains (i.e., individual, peer, school, family, community).	PE.Drug Abuses	Covered	15	1	7	Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos).
5. Recognize socioeconomic and legal consequences of substance use, abuse, and dependency and addictive behaviors.	PE.Drug Abuses	Covered	15	1	7	Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos).
6. Identify research-based resources and strategies for prevention, intervention, and treatment of substance use, abuse, and dependency and addictive behaviors.	PE.Preventing and Treating Substance Abuse	Covered	30	1	3	Covered by 1 topic (30 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos).
7. Explain the physiological and psychological effects of alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and other substances of abuse.	PE.Drug Classifications	Covered	18	1	16	Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 16 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of violence prevention and intervention (Domain 12)Covered

17 questions · 2 materials · 11 cards · 0 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Identify types and characteristics of violence.	PE.Preventing Violence	Covered	10	1	0	Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos).
2. Determine and assess factors contributing to violent or abusive behaviors.	PE.Preventing Violence	Covered	10	1	0	Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos).
3. Differentiate among the characteristics of bullies, victims, and bystanders.	PE.Harassment and Discrimination	Covered	7	1	11	Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos).
4. Evaluate the effects of bullying, harassment, and hazing.	PE.Harassment and Discrimination	Covered	7	1	11	Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos).
5. Identify effective school- and community-based strategies for the prevention and intervention of violent or abusive behaviors among youth.	PE.Preventing Violence	Covered	10	1	0	Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos).
6. Identify relationships between the use of technology and violent or abusive behaviors.	PE.Harassment and Discrimination	Covered	7	1	11	Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of consumer health-related practices and media literacy (Domain 13)Covered

48 questions · 4 materials · 24 cards · 0 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Identify criteria and resources for evaluating health information, products, practices, and services.	PE.Sources for Health Information	Covered	18	1	6	Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).
2. Compare the relationship between consumer health laws and practices	PE.Health and Safety Laws	Covered	6	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).
3. Identify emerging and holistic health practices and complementary alternative medicine	PE.Health Care Providers	Covered	15	1	13	Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos).
4. Apply strategies for evaluating media-based health information.	PE.Sources for Health Information	Covered	18	1	6	Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).
5. Identify types of media and technology strategies used to influence individual health decisions and community health.	PE.Health and Media	Covered	9	1	0	Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos).
6. Differentiate strategies for accessing valid health education information, products, and services to enhance health.	PE.Sources for Health Information	Covered	18	1	6	Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of community health (Domain 14)Covered

20 questions · 2 materials · 12 cards · 0 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Interpret existing data to determine a community’s level of risk and protection	PE.Community Health	Covered	10	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).
2. Analyze how perceptions of norms influence risk-taking and health-enhancing behaviors in a community.	PE.Community Health	Covered	10	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).
3. Determine variables that influence the culture and climate of communities	PE.Community Health	Covered	10	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).
4. Determine the accessibility and effectiveness of community resources to address a variety of community health needs.	PE.Community Health	Covered	10	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).
5. Evaluate how public health policies and government regulations influence community health.	PE.Health Agencies	Covered	10	1	7	Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos).
6. Analyze the relationships between community health data and policy decisions.	PE.Health Agencies	Covered	10	1	7	Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos).
7. Identify advocacy strategies for personal, family, and community health.	PE.Community Health	Covered	10	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of environmental health (Domain 15)Covered

12 questions · 1 materials · 6 cards · 0 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Explain interrelationships between human behavior and the environment.	PE.Environmental Health	Covered	12	1	6	Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).
2. Relate how environmental hazards impact individuals and communities.	PE.Environmental Health	Covered	12	1	6	Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).
3. Determine ways individuals and the communities assume responsibility for developing and maintaining environmental quality.	PE.Environmental Health	Covered	12	1	6	Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).
4. Identify effective strategies to improve environmental quality.	PE.Environmental Health	Covered	12	1	6	Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).

Knowledge of unintentional injury and safety practices (Domain 16)Partially covered

43 questions · 4 materials · 11 cards · 0 videosPartially covered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Notes
1. Identify effective safety practices used in schools, home, community, and recreational settings.	PE.Teaching Safety	Covered	9	1	0	Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos).
2. Identify leading causes of unintentional injuries among children, adolescents, and adults.	PE.Leading Causes of Injury	Partially covered	6	1	2	Partial coverage by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
3. Identify first aid techniques and procedures, including the use of CPR and an AED.	PE.First Aid	Covered	21	1	4	Covered by 1 topic (21 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos).
4. Identify crisis and emergency management procedures (e.g., hurricane preparedness, fire safety planning, water emergency response).	PE.Emergency Plans	Covered	7	1	5	Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).

How 240 Creates The FTCE Health K-12 (019) Study Guide

Every 240 study guide starts with the official exam framework. From there, we organize lessons, practice, and study tools around the categories the exam uses to measure candidate knowledge.

Review the official exam framework

We begin with the standards, domains, competencies, objectives, or content categories published by the testing authority.

Map the tested categories

We map every major area the exam is designed to cover so the guide reflects the real structure of the test.

Build lessons around tested content

We create study materials to support the official blueprint, not broad filler content.

Cross-check practice against exam expectations

We review practice content against the framework and real exam patterns so preparation stays targeted.

Review and update as standards change

When official frameworks change, we review guides and update alignment as needed.

Reviewed by subject-matter experts and maintained to reflect current standards.

Why 240 Is Better Than Other Generic Study Guides

Not all study guides are built the same way. Here is what separates a test-aligned guide from a generic one — and why it matters when you are preparing for the FTCE Health K-12.

Generic prep

Covers broad subject areas without structure
No clear connection to the official exam framework
Practice questions may not reflect the real test format
May not update when official standards change

Can be helpful for quick, broad review

240 test-aligned FTCE 019 prep

Every lesson maps to an official domain or competency
Built directly from the official exam framework
Practice questions aligned to what the exam actually measures
A clear study path by tested category
Study smarter and enter test day more prepared

FAQs About the FTCE Health K-12 Study Guide

The questions teacher candidates ask us most often about the FTCE Health K-12 study guide.

Is 240 a good study guide for FTCE Health K-12?

240 is a strong option because the guide is built around the official exam framework and shows detailed alignment by SMR and competency.

How closely does 240 align to the FTCE 019 exam?

This guide is 80% aligned based on a competency-by-competency review of the official framework and the study resources included in the guide.

Does 240 cover every competency?

This page shows coverage transparently across covered, partially covered, and identified gaps so candidates can see exactly how the guide maps to the exam.

What does “partially covered” mean?

Partially covered means the guide addresses the core parts of a competency, but some depth or subtopics may still be limited.

240's FTCE Health K-12 Study Guide Is 80% Test-Aligned

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