Preparing Teachers for Tomorrow's Classroom

Through the guidance of knowledgeable faculty, exposure to cutting-edge technology, and numerous opportunities for classroom experience, the Teacher Education Program at Broward College produces teachers that change lives.

Teacher Education Program (TEP) Highlights

  • Professional Educator Certificate
  • BS in Exceptional Student Education with ESOL, ASD, and Reading Endorsements
  • BS degrees in Math and Science
  • Job Placement Opportunities with Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) District

For more information on our programs and admissions requirements, please see our program details below and/or contact one of our experienced recruiters.

Bachelor Program Options

Program Code: S100
Career Pathway: Education

Program Description: The Bachelor of Science in Education Exceptional Student Education is eligible for a Florida Professional Certification in ESE K-12, Reading, and ESOL-English to Speakers of Other Languages. The B.S. in ESE is designed to qualify its graduates to teach ESE placements for inclusive and self-contained settings in grades K 12.

Admission to Broward College does not constitute admission to the Teacher Education Program; a supplemental application is also required. Students must meet all Teacher Education Program admission requirements before acceptance into the program. In addition to the required coursework, students must pass the Florida Teacher Certification Exams. Students desiring to enter a general education classroom at the elementary school level may complete this program and take an optional subject area exam in Elementary Education K-6.

The Bachelor of Science in Education uses a 2+2 model requiring the completion of an Associate of Arts Degree, from a regionally accredited college or university for entry into the program; these must include 36 hours of General Education Core Requirements, as well as the lower division requirement course: EDF 1005 Introduction to the Teaching Profession.

Once accepted into the Teacher Education Program, you can receive your bachelor's degree in education in as little as two years or five semesters. Morning, afternoon, and evening classes are offered on all three Broward College campuses: North, Central, and South. Blended and fully online classes are limited and also available.

Graduation Requirements: To graduate students must successfully demonstrate the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices, a GPA of 2.5 or above, completion of required field hours, and passing scores on all three Florida Teacher Certification Exams.

Admission requirements are subject to change. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that he/she has met all requirements for admission.

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Program Code: S500A
Career Pathway: Education

Program Description: The Bachelor of Science in Education for Middle Grades Mathematics Education (BS in Math 5-9) is designed to qualify its graduates to teach math in grades 5-9. This program is eligible for a Florida Professional Certification in Math 5-9.

Admission to Broward College does not constitute admission to the Teacher Education Program; a supplemental application is also required. Students must meet all Teacher Education Program admission requirements before acceptance into the program. In addition to the required coursework, students must pass the Florida Teacher Certification Exams.

The Bachelor of Science in Education uses a 2+2 model requiring the completion of an Associate of Arts Degree, from a regionally accredited college or university for entry into the program; these must include 36 hours of General Education Core Requirements as well as math pre-requisites, up to four math pre-requisites may be outstanding prior to admission.

Once accepted into the Teacher Education Program, you can receive your bachelor's degree in education in as little as two years or five semesters. Morning, afternoon, and evening classes are offered on all three Broward College campuses: North, Central, and South. Blended and fully online classes are limited and also available.

Graduation Requirements: To graduate students must successfully demonstrate the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices, a GPA of 2.5 or above, completion of required field hours, and passing scores on all three Florida Teacher Certification Exams.

Admission requirements are subject to change. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that he/she has met all requirements for admission.

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Program Code: S500B
Career Pathway: Education

Program Description: The Bachelor of Science in Secondary Mathematics Education is eligible for a Florida Professional Certification in Math Grades 6-12.

Admission to Broward College does not constitute admission to the Teacher Education Program; a supplemental application is also required. Students must meet all Teacher Education Program admission requirements before acceptance into the program. In addition to the required coursework, students must pass the Florida Teacher Certification Exams.

The Bachelor of Science in Education uses a 2+2 model requiring the completion of an Associate of Arts Degree, from a regionally accredited college or university for entry into the program; these must include 36 hours of General Education Core Requirements, lower division math pre-requisites up to 4 pre-requisites may be outstanding prior to admission.

Once accepted into the Teacher Education Program, you can receive your bachelor's degree in education in as little as two years or five semesters. Morning, afternoon, and evening classes are offered on all three Broward College campuses: North, Central, and South. Blended and fully online classes are limited and also available.

Graduation Requirements: To graduate students must successfully demonstrate the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices, a GPA of 2.5 or above, completion of required field hours, and passing scores on all three Florida Teacher Certification Exams.

Admission requirements are subject to change. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that he/she has met all requirements for admission.

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Program Code: S300
Career Pathway: Education

Program Description: The Bachelor of Science in Secondary Biology grades 6-12 is designed to qualify its graduates to teach Biology in grades 6-12. This program is eligible for a Florida Professional Certification in Biology 6-12.

Admission to Broward College does not constitute admission to the Teacher Education Program; a supplemental application is also required. Students must meet all Teacher Education Program admission requirements before acceptance into the program. In addition to the required coursework, students must pass the Florida Teacher Certification Exams.

The Bachelor of Science in Education uses a 2+2 model requiring the completion of an Associate of Arts Degree, from a regionally accredited college or university for entry into the program; these must include 36 hours of General Education Core Requirements as well as science pre-requisites, up to four science pre-requisites may be outstanding prior to admission.

Once accepted into the Teacher Education Program, you can receive your bachelor's degree in education in as little as two years or five semesters. Morning, afternoon, and evening classes are offered on all three Broward College campuses: North, Central, and South. Blended and fully online classes are limited and also available.

Graduation Requirements: To graduate students must successfully demonstrate the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices, a GPA of 2.5 or above, completion of required field hours, and passing scores on all three Florida Teacher Certification Exams.

Admission requirements are subject to change. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that he/she has met all requirements for admission.

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Program Code: S600C
Career Pathway: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

Program Description: The Bachelor of Science in Biosecurity with Teaching Focus track focuses on entomology, genetics, plants, and other aspects of environmental science which focus on living organisms, alongside the Teacher Education Program courses necessary to teach in the K 12 districts.

Program Code: S600D
Career Pathway: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

Program Description: The Physical Science with Teaching Focus track focuses on geology, hydrogeology, oceanography, and other aspects of environmental science which focus on inorganic/non-living matter, alongside the Teacher Education Program courses necessary to teach in the K 12 districts.

Program Details

FAQs - Bachelor of Science - Education

To apply to the Teacher Education Program at Broward College you must complete the following:

Broward College Application: Complete a credit application for Broward College.

Submit the following documents:

  • One letter of recommendation from an educational, personal, or professional reference.
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended to any Broward College Admissions department.
  • Submit high school transcripts to the Teacher Education Program department (if completed foreign language credits in high school).
Meet the final approval of the TEP Admissions Committee.

Yes, students in Broward College's Teacher Education Program are eligible for all financial aid through the Financial Aid department at Broward College. Students who are fully admitted into the Teacher Education Program are eligible for the Bachelor's Degree Scholarship. Fully admitted students are also eligible for the Florida Fund for Minority Teachers Scholarship.

Broward College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). To read the full SACSCOC Accreditation statement, please visit our Institutional Accreditation page.

EDF1005, MAC1105, MAC1114, MAC1140, MAC2311, and STA2023 are required for admission into this program. Students may be provisionally admitted with up to four pending pre-requisite courses. Students may complete pending prerequisites once admitted into the Bachelor's program.

EDF1005, MAC1105, MAC1114, MAC1140, MAC2311, MAC2312, and STA2023 are required for admission into this program. Students may be provisionally admitted with up to four pending pre-requisite courses. Students may complete pending prerequisites once admitted into the Bachelor's program.

EDF1005, BSC2010/L, BSC2011/L, CHM1045/L, and CHM1046/L are required for admission into this program. Students may be provisionally admitted with up to four pending pre-requisite courses. Students may complete pending prerequisites once admitted into the Bachelor's program.

Submit: students are required to complete the General Knowledge Exam (GKE) prior to the practicum semester.

To register for the exam please visit the FTCE/FELE Register. Be sure to sign up for all four parts of the exam (English, Reading, Math, and the Essay) and list Broward College as a recipient of the scores. The exams are computer-based through the Pearson Testing Centers.

Unofficial score reports may be emailed to your assigned advisor.

Advisor Assignments

Pass: the Subject area and Professional Exam

Maintain: a minimum GPA of 2.5, passing all courses with a grade of 'C' or better

Complete: all general education requirements (36 general education credits) prior to graduation including EDF1005 and any program prerequisites

Attend: field experience assignments per course featuring required placement hours

Accreditation

BROWARD COLLEGE SACSCOC ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

Broward College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Applied Science degrees.  Broward College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Broward College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling 404-679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).

If you completed your AA degree or are in your last term to complete your AA degree, apply to one of our bachelor's programs.

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