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Elementary Education<\/h1>\n

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Prospective Elementary Education Students<\/h2>\n

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At the University of Florida, the Elementary Education Program<\/strong> equips aspiring educators to become confident, creative leaders in K\u20136 classrooms. Whether you enroll in our immersive on-campus track or our flexible, fully online Bachelor of Arts in Education (B.A.E.), you\u2019ll engage in research-based coursework paired with rich real-world experiences\u2014from early clinical placements to a full-year senior internship\u2014that prepare you to earn Florida professional certification with Reading and ESOL endorsements.<\/p>\n

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Site-based Implementation of Teacher Education<\/h3>\n

Masters Program<\/em><\/p>\n

SITE is a learn-by-doing teacher education program that can be completed in a single year. All course instruction is online (asynchronous) and the SITE student is supported by a Mentor and UF Coach in a K-6 classroom.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nRequirements: <\/span>Bachelor\u2019s degree in a field other than education from an accredited post-secondary institution<\/span>
\nTypical Course Load: <\/span>6-12 credits per semester<\/span>
\nFull-Time\/Part-Time: <\/span>Full-time only<\/span>
\nApplication Deadline: <\/span>See dates published by the college<\/span>
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On-Campus B.A.E.<\/h3>\n

Bachelors Program<\/em><\/p>\n

The Elementary Education major prepares future teachers to create supportive and engaging learning environments for all children in grades K\u20136. Guided by research-based instructional frameworks, the program blends rigorous coursework with hands-on clinical field experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n

Students develop the skills to work effectively within today\u2019s school systems while advocating for change to better meet all learning needs. Graduates earn Florida professional certification in Elementary Education (K\u20136) with endorsements in ESOL and Reading, equipping them to teach and inspire the next generation.<\/p>\n

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Entry: <\/span>Fall<\/span>
Requirements: <\/span>Rising juniors or transfer students<\/span><\/span>
Typical Course Load: <\/span>6-16 credits per semester<\/span>
Full-Time\/Part-Time: <\/span>Full-time<\/span>
Application Deadline: <\/span>See dates published by the college<\/span>
Program Completion: <\/span>2 years<\/span><\/p>\n

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Online B.A.E.<\/h3>\n

Bachelors Program<\/em><\/p>\n

The Online Bachelor of Arts in Education (B.A.E.) program at UF prepares future elementary teachers through a fully online, competency-based curriculum. Students build essential teaching skills while gaining real-world classroom experience through district partnerships and mentorship from experienced educators. Graduates emerge confident, well-prepared, and ready to lead in today\u2019s classrooms.<\/p>\n

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Entry: <\/span>Fall semester
Requirements: <\/span>AA degree\u00a0<\/span>
Typical Course Load: <\/span>12-15 credits per semester<\/span>
Full-Time\/Part-Time: <\/span>Full-time only<\/span>
Application Deadline: <\/span>See dates published by the college<\/span>
Program Completion: <\/span>2 years (Full-time)<\/span><\/p>\n

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On-Campus B.A.E.<\/h3>\n

Bachelors Program<\/em><\/p>\n

The Elementary Education major prepares future teachers to create supportive and engaging learning environments for all children in grades K\u20136. Guided by research-based instructional frameworks, the program blends rigorous coursework with hands-on clinical field experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Entry: <\/span>Fall<\/span>
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Typical Course Load: <\/span>6-16 credits per semester<\/span>
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Program Completion: <\/span>2 years<\/span><\/p>\n

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