Unified Elementary ProTeach program (UEP)

The UEP program is five-year teacher education program, Unified Elementary ProTeach Program (5 year program), leading toward a Masters degree. Program features include:

Elementary Certification (K-6)

All students who successfully complete the five-year Pro-Teach program will be recommended for certification in Elementary Education (grades K-6). Single Certification Track

Dual Certification Option in Special Education (K-12)

Students who specialize in special education during the Master’s year will also be recommended for certification in Exceptional Student Education (K-12). Dual Certification Track

ESOL Endorsement

All graduates of the five-year elementary education program, both single certification in elementary only and dual certification in elementary and special education, are eligible for the ESOL endorsement.

Organized Field Experiences and Full-Time Internship

There are a variety of organized field experiences that support core courses and provide opportunities for the application of concepts acquired through coursework each semester. Field experience culminate with a  full-time internship completed during the fifth year.  This student teaching internship takes place in a Florida school, though not necessarily a school located in Alachua County.

Bachelor’s of Education and Master of Education Degrees

The Bachelor’s of Education degree is awarded after the fourth year and the Master of Education degree is awarded, as well as recommendation for certification, upon completion of the fifth year.