Educator Preparation Programs offered by
Colleges and Universities in Palm Beach County, Florida
including program descriptions, degrees, certifications, and relevant links:
Colleges & Universities
Florida Atlantic University (FAU)
Undergraduate Programs:
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Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education: Prepares students for teaching in elementary schools, covering curriculum design, instructional strategies, and classroom management.
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Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education: Focuses on subject-specific teaching methods for middle and high school educators.
Graduate Programs:
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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction: Enhances educators' skills in curriculum development and instructional strategies.
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M.Ed. in Educational Leadership: Prepares educators for administrative and leadership roles within educational institutions.
Certification Programs:
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Alternative Teacher Certification: Provides a pathway for individuals to become certified teachers in Florida without completing a traditional teacher certification program.
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Educational Leadership Certification (Level 1): Prepares aspiring teacher leaders and assistant principals to meet the challenges of today's schools. (Florida Atlantic University, Florida Atlantic University)
Palm Beach State College (PBSC)
Programs:
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Educator Preparation Institute (EPI): An alternative certification program for individuals with a bachelor's degree seeking Florida teacher certification.
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Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Elementary Teacher Education: A transfer degree that provides the first two years of a bachelor's degree in education.
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K-12 Education Courses: Offers a wide selection of courses to help prepare for Florida Teacher Certification Exams (FTCE) or Clinical Educator training. (Florida Atlantic University, pbsc.edu, Palm Beach State College)
Keiser University – West Palm Beach Campus
Graduate Programs:
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Master of Science in Education – Allied Health Teaching and Leadership: Empowers individuals interested in effecting change within the allied health field with the knowledge and skills to make it happen.
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Doctor of Education (Ed.D.): Provides a practitioner-based education to develop insights and skills needed for career opportunities throughout education and corporate training and leadership. (Keiser University, Keiser University)
Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA)
Undergraduate Programs:
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Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (K-6/ESOL/Reading): Prepares students for Florida teaching certification in Elementary K-6, plus Reading and ESOL endorsements.
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Bachelor of Arts in English and Secondary Education: Prepares students for teaching English at the secondary level; note that this major does not result in professional teacher certification. (PBA • Palm Beach Atlantic University, PBA • Palm Beach Atlantic University)
Graduate Programs:
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Master of Science in Leadership: Designed to enhance leadership skills within educational settings.
Lynn University
Undergraduate Programs:
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Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education: Prepares students for teaching at the elementary level, including field experiences and student teaching.
Graduate Programs:
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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership: State-approved in Florida, this program meets all requirements of the Florida Department of Education educational leadership certification.
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Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership: Prepares students to become leaders in metropolitan education systems for grades K-12. (Lynn University, Lynn University)
South University – West Palm Beach Campus
Currently, South University offers programs in Nursing, Business & Technology, Healthcare, Criminal Justice, and Public Health. Specific educator preparation programs are not listed.(South University, Palm Beach State College)
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) – Palm Beach Campus
Undergraduate Programs:
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Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education: State-approved program for Florida teacher certification, covering best practices and cutting-edge teaching methods.
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Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education: Focuses on teaching students with special needs, including courses in educational psychology and methods of teaching literacy. (education.nova.edu, education.nova.edu)
Graduate Programs:
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Educational Specialist (Ed.S.): Designed to increase knowledge as an educator, get recertification, or add a new certification, honing leadership skills for the educational landscape. (education.nova.edu)