Undergraduate Minor in Education

Contact: The Advising Center
Phone: 305-348-2768

Brief Description of the Program:
A minor program is an arrangement of courses that enable a student to develop some degree of expertise in one area of study. To receive a minor in education, a student must complete a minimum of 18 semester hours and must do so within the requirements of a major. The University will also endorse the transcript indicating completion of a “State-Approved Professional Training Option (PTO).” PTO satisfies the professional preparation coursework pursuant to Rule 6A-4.006(2), FAC and will expedite your evaluation by the Florida Department of Education when you apply for a temporary certificate. It is important to note that the minor in education is state-approved, but does not automatically lead to professional certification. Course evaluations are subject to any Department of Education rule changes that may occur before an official certification application is filed.

Eligibility:

On a space available basis and regardless of status, students may enroll in education courses; however, the education minor is limited to students The education minor is limited to students with majors in the following areas: Art, Dance, English, Mathematics, Modern Languages, Sciences (biology, chemistry, Earth sciences, geology, and physics), Social Studies (economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, and sociology), and Theatre.

Procedures for Declaring a Minor:

In order to officially declare a minor, a student must obtain a “Request to Add a Second Major or a Minor” form from the Registrar’s Office or College of Education Advising Center. Secure approval from the Dean, Program Director or Chairperson of current major. Submit form for processing to the College of Education Advising Center, ZEB 221.

Program Requirements:

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updated: 08/27/08