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Elementary Education
Our innovative hands-on approach coupled with our State of Florida approved curricula prepares our graduates to teach and inspire the next generation of leaders. Students completing this program will be eligible for certification to teach grades K-6 with endorsements in ESOL & Reading.
What You'll Study
Students completing the Elementary Education major are prepared to teach in the areas of reading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science.
Practical Experience
Our hands-on approach begins in your first semester with practicum placement in area classrooms and culminates with a full-time internship.
Admission Requirements
To best prepare for the rigors of the teaching profession and the state requirements for licensure, Elementary Education students must have completed the following coursework:
6 Hours of Science
May include: Life Science; Physical Science; or Earth Science
6 Hours of Mathematics
MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts (Recommended for the FTCE General Knowledge Exam); College Algebra; or Statistics3 Hours of Introduction to Children & Adolescent Development in the Education Setting OR
Introduction to the Teaching Profession (EDF1005) at Tallahassee Community College
AND Human Development (DEP2004) OR Child Development (CHD2220) at Tallahassee Community College
Major Requirements
Hybrid Day or Evening Programs
Students may choose from our day or evening programs. Day students will complete the curriculum within four semesters, and evening students will complete the curriculum within five semesters.
Courses in Fall 2021 will be a mix of hybrid and online courses.
What's Next?
STUDY ABROAD | CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER
WHAT CAN I DO WITH AN EDUCATION MAJOR?
The classroom experience I gained while attending Flagler helped me create my own fun and engaging classroom.Jordan Vickers, Elementary Education, 2016

The classroom experience I gained while attending Flagler helped me create my own fun and engaging classroom.Jordan Vickers, Elementary Education, 2016
Contact Admissions
Kiyah Shelton | Assistant Director of Recruitment | 850. 201. 8156
FCTAdmissions@flagler.edu