UF
College of Education
Computer Science Education Undergrad Minor PTO

Undergrad Minor Professional Training Option 

The UFTeach minor in mathematics, science, or computer science is appropriate for students who wish to teach mathematics, science or computer science at the middle school and high school levels in Florida. 

This is an alternative certification program, specifically a Professional Training Option (PTO), meant to prepare math, science, or computer science students for temporary teacher certification in Florida. Professional teacher certification is attainable after one year of successful teaching in a Florida public school.

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Course Topics

In the UFTeach program, you major in a STEM discipline while earning a specialized minor in education. The minor allows a mathematics, science  or computer science major to complete the professional preparation coursework for teachers required by Florida State Board of Education Rule 6A-4.006(2), FAC, while completing the bachelor’s degree. 

  • early and well supported field experiences with K-12 students in schools, as well as in informal educational settings
  • deep-level understanding of mathematics, science, and computer science content
  • deep-level understanding of methods to effectively teach mathematics, science, and computer science
  • compact degree plan that allows most students to complete degree and PTO requirements in four years

Required Courses

  • MAE 2364 Explorations Teaching Secondary Mathematics and Science
  • ECT 3353 K – 12 Computer Science Methods (This course is only recommended for the UFTeach Computer Science Minor)
  • TSL 3323 ESOL and Reading for Teachers (online)
  • SMT 3100 Knowing and Learning in Mathematics and Science 
  • SMT 3301c Classroom Interactions
  • SMT 3664 Project-Based Instruction
  • EDG 4910 Undergraduate Research
  • SMT 4945 Apprentice Teaching

Program Requirement

  • The minor is open to all CLAS undergraduate computer science majors and to engineering computer science and computer engineering majors.
  • Admission to this minor requires a UF GPA of 2.5 or better.
  • Students must apply for acceptance to the minor within the college of their major and the College of Education after 45 but before 100 credits are earned.

Program Highlight

Entry: After 45 but before 100 credits are earned within student’s major college
Typical Course Load: 3 – 9 credits per academic year
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time
Average Class Size: N/A
Application Deadline: N/A
Program Completion: 4 years