Physics Prep
by Physics Prep, LLC (website )
AP-aligned physics courses from veteran instructor Dr. Jack Kernion (EdD). Available self-paced or instructor-led through PA Homeschoolers. Covers AP Physics 1, 2, and C.
Best Fit For
Self-motivated high schoolers aiming for top AP Physics scores, especially those planning STEM majors who prefer concise, expert video instruction.
Not Recommended For
Students uncomfortable with advanced math, or those who need high interactivity and gamification to stay engaged.
What Reviewers Say
Reviewers characterize Physics Prep as a rigorous and flexible option for securing high school science credits through AP-level instruction. Keep Walking Friend notes that the material is high quality, citing video lessons and integrated labs that allow each course to count as a full one-credit class. According to the Well-Trained Mind Forums, the self-paced format provides a cost-effective way to access materials directly from the instructor. However, reviewers also identify trade-offs associated with the lower price point. Contributors on the Well-Trained Mind Forums point out that the self-paced version lacks the live instruction and external grading provided by facilitated alternatives. Despite these limitations, Keep Walking Friend describes the functionality as smooth and comprehensive for students seeking an independent science course.
How It Works
Students watch concise video lectures covering specific AP Physics modules, then complete online practice problems and quizzes with immediate feedback. Lab work uses virtual simulations or hands-on assignments. The self-paced version tracks progress and grades assessments automatically. Unit tests model actual AP exam questions. A typical session is 60-90 minutes of independent work.
Switching to This?
No formal placement test. Prerequisites are math-based: Algebra II for AP Physics 1, concurrent calculus for AP Physics C. Mid-year starts are possible with the self-paced version, but students aiming for the May AP exam should start by September. The PA Homeschoolers class follows a fixed academic calendar.
Curriculum Details
- Price
- $165 - $850
- Grades
- 9 - 12
- Available As
- Digital Video Internet required
- Coverage
- Single subject
- Subjects
- Science
- Pacing
- Flexible
- Parent Time
- 0-10 min/day
- Student Independence
- Fully independent
- Academic Level
- Advanced
- Worldview
- Secular
Self-paced courses on physics-prep.com (pricing not publicly listed, historically ~$165/year). Instructor-led versions through PA Homeschoolers (aphomeschoolers.com): AP Physics 1/2 $750-$850, Honors Physics $775, Quantum Mechanics $225 (summer).
Parent Role:
Student-led curriculum. Parents act as facilitators, monitoring progress and optionally proctoring exams. No physics knowledge required.
Online School Details
- Delivery Format:
- Asynchronous self paced
- Enrollment:
- Year round anytime
Reviews We Consulted
Recommends the program for its high-quality video lessons and integrated labs, noting it is a smooth, comprehensive option for earning a full high school science credit.
"The material is excellent, and the format and functionality is smooth and comprehensive. It’s the best of both worlds. Each science course counts as a one-credit High School class (with lab included!)."
Praises the self-paced format as a rigorous and much more affordable alternative to facilitated versions, though it lacks live instruction and external grading.
"My son did the Jack Kernion self-paced Physics 1 last year, and had a pretty good experience with it (https://physics-prep.com). My understanding is that it's the same material as PAH, but much cheaper without the live component/grading/etc."
Highlights that the site provides a flexible and cost-effective way to access high-level AP physics materials directly from the instructor.
"Jack Kernion offers very similar courses directly which are less expensive. http://www.physics-prep.com/index.php/home ... Type: Online provider - price includes one year access to the course materials."
Updated: April 2026
How This Compares
Compared to Derek Owens, Physics Prep focuses more specifically on AP Physics C (calculus-based) exams. Compared to PhysicsGraph (Lemnisket Inc.), Physics Prep uses traditional video lectures rather than adaptive text-based learning. The PA Homeschoolers instructor-led option adds accountability that the self-paced version lacks.
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This page explains how the self-paced courses are designed to meet the needs of independent homeschool learners.
Provides a clear breakdown of the learning cycle, including video lectures, practice problems, labs, and assessments.
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