Professional Preparation to Full Certification Courses
Teachers who are employed under a Temporary certificate may be required to complete semester hours in education to obtain Florida’s Professional license. Full certification requirements are outlined by the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) on the Official Statement of Status of Eligibility.
Note: Teacher certification requirements are unique and vary. A copy of the Official Statement of Status of Eligibility is required for enrollment in any education classes. See the DOE website for Official Statement details and/or to obtain a copy.
Course Options
SPC offers a variety of education courses (online and on-campus) to assist teachers satisfy semester hour requirements for certification. View a sample of SPC course options.
To enroll in SPC courses:
| Step 1: | Complete the SPC Application online ($40 fee) and receive your student ID. When completing the application, apply as a "credit student". The program/student plan is DG-NO--Upper Division Non Degree, then choose Initial certification—Non Degree. All Florida residency information/documentation must be input and the fee must be paid or your application may not be processed. |
| Step 2: | Scan/email (brown.jill@spcollege.edu) or fax (727-499-4913) a copy of your DOE Official Statement of Status of Eligibility and Temporary certificate (or DOE number). The Official Statement is required as all certification requisites are outlined in this state letter. |
| Step 3: | Email your SPC student ID number to brown.jill@spcollege.edu for registration access. Students who complete all steps will be coded and emailed directions for enrollment. |
Students enrolled in Professional Preparation courses are classified as non-degree; however, courses are graded/for credit and will be reflected on an official SPC transcript.
Tuition
- View current SPC tuition rates. Online classes have a supplementary lab fee of $15 per credit hour. Fees are charged per credit, per semester.
More Information
For more information, contact the College of Education, Post-Baccalaureate Office at 727-791-2521 or email roper.pat@spcollege.edu or brown.jill@spcollege.edu.