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of Science and Mathematics Education
Programs for Future Teachers
The Department of Mathathematics and Science Education at Florida Tech offers exciting programs for future educators!
Master of Arts in Teaching Degree Program
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program is a post-baccalaureate program for individuals with bachelor's degrees in content areas, who are either current teachers with 3-year temporary teaching certificates or are planning to enter the teaching field. The program is designed to help students earn an advanced degree while also completing coursework that can lead to Florida teacher certification. It consists of a minimum of 32 graduate semester hours.
Professional Certificate
The Professional Certificate is for students seeking an alternative route to professional certification in Florida. This certificate program is a subset of the MAT degree program and is designed expressly for individuals who hold bachelor's degrees in content areas and are current teachers with 3-year temporary teaching certificates. It consists of four graduate-level courses that, when combined with approved alternative certification inservice modules, prepares teachers for state certification. The course requirements may be completed in 14 months (two regular terms and two summer sessions). Up to 15 credits may be applied within 5 years of completion to the MAT degree. |
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Master of Arts in Teaching
Professional Certificate
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