Elementary Education (K-6)
Program

The Elementary Education program prepares teachers who can respond creatively to the needs of students from diverse backgrounds in the process of promoting their learning. The goals of the program enable pre-service teachers to demonstrate research-based pedagogical approaches, to expand their content knowledge in order to help students meet the challenges of the 21st century, to use educational technologies thoughtfully, to value democratic public education, and to appreciate the key role of critical thinking in all aspects of schooling. Faculty view the professional work of program graduates as part of their efforts in supporting reform initiatives in local public schools.

Admission to the Program

Those entering the College of Education and Human Services must meet University admissions requirements as well as specific COEHS admissions criteria:

• An AA degree from a Florida institution,
• A GPA of 2.5 or higher,
• Passing scores for all 4 parts of the General Knowledge exam, and
• Completion of the COEHS 3 prerequisite courses with a "C" grade of higher.

Notes

• Professional Ed and Subject Area exams passing scores are required prior to graduation. Passing ALL FTCE (General Knowledge, Professional Education, and Subject Area Exams) is required for graduation.
• Some courses may be offered once a year, be sure to consult the course schedule each semester.
• Know the prerequisites to courses on the degree audit.
• A minimum of 48 hours at the 3000-4000 level must be satisfied to graduate.
• Grade of C or better required for all courses on program of study.
• 2.5 UNF GPA is required to be eligible for internship and graduation.
• Background check and fingerprinting is required for all education majors.