Teaching Education Degrees in Florida

In addition to completing a teaching program that results in at least a bachelor's degree in education, Florida teachers must also complete all three parts of the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations.

There are several CAEP-approved teaching schools in Florida. Continuing reading and learn about the various programs they offer to aspiring teachers.

• 32 teaching programs in Florida accredited by CAEP
• 7 CAEP-accredited Bachelor's degrees
• 13 CAEP-accredited Master's degrees in Florida

There are several means of obtaining a Florida teaching certificate. All Florida teachers must be certified. They have to meet prerequisites like passing basic knowledge exams and completion of a state-approved teacher preparation programs.

Are there online teaching degrees in Florida?

Yes, there are online teaching education programs at Florida universities. Florida State University offers several online degree programs including Master of Science in Educational Leadership/Administration; Special Education; and Learning and Cognition. FSU also has some online certificate programs. Albizu University's Miami campus offers an online Master of Science in TESOL with a concentration in exceptional student behavior. AU also offers individual online courses. Although FAU offers online education, they currently do not offer education programs through distance learning.

Requirements to Teach in Florida

The Florida Department of Education oversees the teaching certification process. A Bachelor’s degree and completion of content exams appropriate for the grade level and subject to be taught are required.

The Board of Education offers alternative means of certification to those who complete a Bachelor’s degree but have not completed a formal teacher preparation program. They must pass the same examinations as educators who follow the traditional path to certification.

Their prospective teacher skills are measured through the FTCE (Florida Teacher Certification Examinations that are grade- and subject-specific competency tests. The alternative process also includes completing a teacher preparation program. Earning a Master’s degree in an academic subject or in education that has an approved teacher preparation program component also prepares Florida teaching hopefuls for certification.

List of the Best CAEP Accredited Teaching Degrees in Florida

Florida International University

Miami

CAEP

• Specialist or C.A.S. in School Psychology NASP

Florida State University

Tallahassee

CAEP

• Specialist or C.A.S. in School Psychology NASP

Nova Southeastern University

North Miami Beach

CAEP

• Masters in Computer Science Education (M.S.) ISTE
• Doctorate in Educational Leadership - School (Ed.D.) District ELCC
• Doctorate in Educational Leadership – School (Ed.D.) Building ELCC
• Specialist or C.A.S. in Educational Leadership (Ed.S.) ELCC
• Masters in Educational Leadership (M.S.) ELCC
• Masters in Educational Media (M.S.) ALA
• 0 in Educational Technology (M.S.) ISTE
• Bachelors in Elementary Education B.S ACEI
• Masters in Elementary Education M.S. ACEI
• Masters in English Education with ESOL endorsement (M.S.) NCTE
• Masters in Environmental Education (M.S.) NAAEE
• Bachelors in Exceptional Student Education (B.S.) CEC
• Masters in Exceptional Student Education (M.S.) CEC
• Masters in Prekindergarten and Primary Education (M.S.) NAEYC
• Bachelors in Prekindergarten/ Primary Education (Age 3–Grade 3) (B.S.) NAEYC
• Masters in Preschool Education (Birth – Age 4) (M.S.) NAEYC
• Masters in Reading Education (M.S.) ILA
• Specialist or C.A.S. in Reading Specialist (Ed.S.) Nevada DOE-Approved ILA
• Specialist or C.A.S. in School Psychology (Psy.S.) NASP
• Masters in Science Education (M.S.) NSTA
• Bachelors in Secondary Education in Biology (B.S.) NSTA
• Bachelors in Secondary Education in Mathematics (B.S.) NCTM
• Bachelors in Secondary Education in Middle Grades General Science (B.S.) NSTA
• Bachelors in Secondary Education in Social Science (B.S.) NCSS
• Masters in Social Studies Education (M.S.) NCSS
• Masters in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (M.S.) TESOL
• 0 in Technology Management and Administration (Ed.S.) ISTE

University of Central Florida

Orlando

CAEP

• Specialist or C.A.S. in School Psychology NASP

University of Florida

Gainesville

CAEP

• Specialist or C.A.S. in School Psychology NASP

University of South Florida

Tampa

CAEP

• Specialist or C.A.S. in School Psychology NASP

Bachelor’s in Education Programs in Florida

Students interested in earning a bachelor degree in an education can choose programs from a number of different schools in Florida. Some schools offer a 120-124-credit Bachelor of Art in Elementary Education (grades 1-6) program. Typical classes include subject courses, clinical education and internships. Bachelor degree programs with majors in art education (k-12), elementary education, secondary education (social science) and secondary education (English) are offered at Flagler College (FG).

Flagler offers a bachelor’s degree in elementary education with concentrations in education of the deaf and hard of hearing and in exceptional student education. Florida Atlantic University (FAU) offers a large variety of bachelor degree programs with majors in math, music, physical education, English, biology, chemistry and elementary education. Each of these programs also offer minors so students can obtain certification in specific subject areas.

FAU offers various other bachelor degree programs in the areas of counselor education; curriculum, culture and educational inquiry; exceptional student education; and exercise science and health promotion. Florida State University offers bachelor degree programs in early childhood education, English education, social science education, elementary education, exceptional student education and sports management.

Master’s in Education Programs in Florida

AU offers a Master of Science in Exceptional Student Education, with its concentration in exceptionalities, is aimed at students pursuing teaching certification in Florida. Florida Atlantic University offers Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with certification in various subjects such as science, biology, chemistry, Spanish, physics and art, among others.

FAU also offers Master of Education programs in reading education, environmental education and elementary education. Master degree programs in the areas of exercise science and health promotion; educational leadership and research methodology; curriculum, culture and educational inquiry; counselor education; and communication sciences and disorders.

Master degree programs at Florida State University include master’s in higher education; career counseling; learning and cognition; curriculum and instruction; educational leadership; sports psychology; and instructional systems and learning technologies, among others.

h2>Florida Teaching Certification & Specializations

College certificate programs in both mathematics education and science education (grades 5-9) are offered through Albizu University at the Miami campus. An associate degree in general education, also offered at AU, can help students get the jump on their bachelor degree. FAU offers educational specialists degrees with focuses on counselor education/mental health; school counseling (k-12); adult and community leadership; and educational leadership (k-12).

FAU’s College of Education awards scholarships to many students that are enrolled in their education programs. In addition to the bachelor and master degree programs, FSU also offers certificate programs in coaching, measurement and statistics, educational leadership and program evaluation. Certificate programs can boost an academic degree and advance a teacher’s education.

Requirements to Qualify for In-State Tuition

Getting in-state tuition for Florida universities and colleges is on the moderate area of the difficulty spectrum. Candidates must show there are no legal ties except to the state of Florida. Along with legal ties, the individual has to provide a minimum of half of all of his or her support expenses. How candidates support themselves is scrutinized.

A ‘bona fide domicile’ is also required. Dorms and on-campus housing do not qualify. Candidates must intend to reside in Florida above and beyond school. They need to be employed in some capacity in the state other than work-study or on-campus.
Florida meagerly participates in the Academic Common Market. There is a limited agreement of reciprocity among select regional Southern States. Only graduate programs qualify. Each college in Florida has its regulations and interpretations of their own. It is prudent to seek information about in-state tuition at the Florida university or college that is of most interest to the student.

Scholarships/Financial Aid Available

Scholarships exist that come with specific requirements, and others are available to students who attend a college or university in Florida. Either type narrows the field a little. Examples include these two scholarships.

• Bright Future Scholarships automatically renews each year if the student earns the credit hours required and maintains a required GPA. Applicants must be Florida residents, U.S. citizens, or eligible non-citizens as determined by the post-secondary institution. The Florida Financial Aid Application and a high school are required. The applicant cannot plead nolo contendere to or be found guilty of a felony unless granted clemency by the Executive Office of Clemency Cabinet or the Governor. Acceptance and enrollment in a certificate or degree program at an independent post-secondary or Florida public institution are required as well as a class load of at least six non-remedial semester credit hours per term.
• MetLife Foundation Scholarship is open to seniors pursuing a four-year degree in education. The scholarship is offered to students in 30 states. Only one scholarship per state is awarded. There are ten non-renewable scholarships available.