Educator Preparation Institute Program (EPI)
Educator Preparation Institute Program (F225)
Program Website
www.palmbeachstate.edu/career-pathways/pathway-education.aspx
Program Description
This institutional credit program is designed for professionals with non-education bachelor's degrees to help them transition into teaching careers through competency-based coursework, portfolios, and practicum experience. Once the program is completed, students will be eligible to begin teaching in Florida.
This teacher certification program consists of seven fully online courses and one practicum experience course. The Required Courses provide the student with a baseline of knowledge in educational theory, effective teaching strategies, classroom management and instructional technology.
This program also offers elective courses to further enhance skills in the teaching of reading.
Program Learning Outcomes
For detailed information, visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/learningoutcomes/Program-Learning-Outcomes
Admission Requirements
Candidates for the program must have:
- a non-education bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum 2.5 grade point average
- a valid SOE (Statement of Status of Eligibility) from the FLDOE
- passing scores on the GKT (General Knowledge Test) Reading, English, Essay, and Math sub-tests
Candidates must complete College and program applications and be interviewed by the program director.
Completion Requirements
Students must complete all the coursework with a 2.5 GPA or higher, complete a portfolio, demonstrate teaching skills, and pass all FTCE exams.
Program Length
Approximate program length: one year.
Location
The program is offered fully online.
For More Information
Contact the Educator Preparation Institute at (561) 868-3823 or teachereducation@palmbeachstate.edu
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities include working as a certified teacher in a public, charter or private K-12 school setting.
Career Path Notes
Students who successfully complete the program will be eligible to apply for their Florida Professional Educator Certificate.
Career Center
www.palmbeachstate.edu/Career
For more information about employment opportunities including job outlook and salary information visit: Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/ooh
O-Net Online: www.onetonline.org
Required courses:
Required Courses (Credits: 21)
| EPI0001 | Classroom Management (IC) | 3 Credits |
| EPI0002 | Instructional Strategies (IC) | 3 Credits |
| EPI0003 | Educational Technology (IC) | 3 Credits |
| EPI0004 | The Teaching and Learning Process (IC) | 3 Credits |
| EPI0010 | Foundations of Research-based Practices In Reading (IC) | 3 Credits |
| EPI0020 | Professional Foundations (IC) | 2 Credits |
| EPI0030 | Diversity In the Classroom (IC) | 2 Credits |
| EPI0950 | Teaching Methods Practicum (IC) | 2 Credits |
Total Credit Hours: 21
Course Sequence
Term One - Fall (Credits: 6)
| EPI0004 | The Teaching and Learning Process (IC) | 3 Credits |
| EPI0002 | Instructional Strategies (IC) | 3 Credits |
Term Two - Spring (Credits: 5)
| EPI0010 | Foundations of Research-based Practices In Reading (IC) | 3 Credits |
| EPI0950 | Teaching Methods Practicum (IC) | 2 Credits |
Term Three - Summer (Credits: 10)
| EPI0001 | Classroom Management (IC) | 3 Credits |
| EPI0030 | Diversity In the Classroom (IC) | 2 Credits |
| EPI0003 | Educational Technology (IC) | 3 Credits |
| EPI0020 | Professional Foundations (IC) | 2 Credits |
Total Credit Hours: 21