Steps to Certification
For Graduates of UF COE’s state- and CAEP- approved programs, UFTeach Minors, or Out-of-State.
Certification and Professional Development
With graduation right around the corner, it’s time to plan for employment, a career, and how to make the most of your degree.
Are you completing a professional preparation program?
We’ll walk you through the educator certification process.
Need to renew your educator certification?
We help match students with the courses they need.
No matter what your future plans are, we’ll make sure you know what options are available.
Our office has the tools you need to accomplish your goal. Give us a call or stop by.
Professional Development/Certificate Renewal Courses
The University of Florida College of Education offers a number of courses for those interested in professional development or educator certificate renewal.
- Please visit the University of Florida Registrar’s Office for a list of current course offerings.
- Course syllabi are available to view for the College of Education.
- Additionally we have a sample list of standard courses for educator renewal.
Here is general information about the Employee Education Program (EEP) offered to full time UF employees.
For those interested in enrolling in either online or on campus courses, please contact Chris Cook for assistance.
Programs that lead to Certification
The University of Florida College of Education offers a number of academic programs that are approved by the Florida Department of Education and The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). The following programs prepare individuals for professional educator certification in the state of Florida:
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Department of Education
“The purpose of Florida educator certification is to support the academic achievement of our students by assuring that our educators are professionally qualified for highly effective instruction. Florida educators must be certified to teach in our public schools and in many of our private schools. Educators include classroom teachers, school administrators, and other support professionals, such as guidance counselors and media specialists.”
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