Certification Steps for Florida Certification for Secondary ProTeach
Initial Certification Steps
- Complete the NCATE and State-approved program--transcript endorsement at the completion of our program. You MUST pass all sections of the Florida Teacher Certification Exams (FTCE) in order to be a program completer.
- Take, pass, and submit a passing score on the Florida Teacher Certification Examination (FTCE) Subject Area Exam prior to graduating. You should take the FTCE test for the NCATE and state-approved program you are completing. Information about the FTCE can be found at http://www.cefe.usf.edu.
Biology 6-12
Chemistry 6-12
English 6-12
Physics 6-12
Social Sciences 6-12
- Take, pass, and submit a passing score on the Professional Education Examination prior to graduation. Information about the FTCE can be found at http://www.cefe.usf.edu.
- Take, pass, and submit a passing score on the General Knowledge Examination (all sections including the essay) prior to graduation. Information about the FTCE can be found at http://www.cefe.usf.edu.
- When you graduate and request a copy of your transcript from UF, wait until the Statement of Completion stamp has been added to the transcript (approximately 2-3 days after graduation).
- Apply for certification using the CG-10 form from the Florida Department of Education. This form is available online at http://certify.doe.state.fl.us/onlineapp/ or hard copies are available in room G416 Norman Hall. You must submit official transcripts and other documentation as well as fees.
- Receive from the Florida Department of Education a "statement of status of eligibility" which is effective for three years from the issue date.
- Use your "statement of status of eligibility" OR your endorsed transcript from UF to obtain employment in a Florida school district. Your regular certificate will be awarded when you are employed and have completed the fingerprinting requirements for certification.
Out of State Certification
NOTE: The state of Florida does not issue certificates until the applicant is employed by a Florida school district.
- Contact the state department of education for the state in which you wish to seek employment to determine their criteria for certification/employment.
- Ask about certification examinations for that state. If it is Praxis, you can get registration materials from the COE Office of Student Services in room G416 Norman Hall.
- Complete your NCATE and state-approved program so you have that endorsement on your transcript. The NCATE endorsement is recognized by a large number of states nationwide.
