What will be my eligibility for teacher certification upon the completion of the program?
Graduates of SITE are eligible for Florida certification for elementary education, grades K through 6.
What is an Educators Preparation Institute (EPI)?
An EPI is an alternative certification program authorized by the Florida Department of Education and available to individuals who have completed a bachelor’s degree in an area other than education. The SITE program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
Is the M.A.E. applicable to other states?
Upon completion of the SITE EPI, you will be eligible for professional educator certification in Florida. Holding educator certification in Florida may allow for you to be eligible for certification in other states. It will be important for you to contact other states in which you are interested in seeking employment to determine if they have additional requirements for certification.
Are completed credits from SITE transferable to other schools?
The transfer of credit hours to another school is totally dependent upon the other school’s policy regarding credit transfer.
How many SITE students are accepted into the program each year?
The number of students accepted into the SITE program is dependent upon the number of mentors and schools that are available to host the SITE program.
When is the cut off date for applying to the SITE program?
The application deadline for Summer admission is March 15th. The SITE Program is a 3 semester (Summer B – Fall – Spring) program.
Do you follow standard procedures for applying to the Graduate School?
Yes, please see the information provided on the School of Teaching & Learning website for M.A.E. admissions.
Is there any financial assistance available for the SITE students?
No stipends are available for students in the SITE program. We strongly advise you to explore all funding opportunities. In addition, some students have qualified for loans for financial assistance. http://www.ufsa.ufl.edu/sfa/. Due to the rigorous course schedule in the one year program as well as during the internship semesters, there is little time to be employed.
Do I need to complete my internship in Alachua County?
You may complete your internship requirement in many other Florida Counties depending on qualified Mentors and/or agreement with school districts.
Can I work in an elementary school while in the SITE Program?
You may be able to complete the Program while working as a Paraprofessional or Instructional aide in a classroom. You must be able to work in all subject content areas with groups of children.
