English Education, English 6-12 (B.A.E.)
Program at a Glance
- Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Education
- Credit Hours: 120
- Certification: FL Teacher Certification in English 6-12; endorsement in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
- Location: 成人大片Campus
- Application Deadlines: Fall Term - April 1; Spring Term - Nov. 15; Summer Term - April 1
- Related Programs: Honors in the Major
Program Description
The Bachelor of Arts in English Education with a concentration in English (Grades 6–12) is a state-approved, CAEP-accredited program that prepares graduates for teacher certification in Florida to teach English Language Arts at the secondary level. Designed for students passionate about literature, language and teaching, the program equips future educators with the tools requried to inspire expression, foster critical thinking and support the academic and personal growth of adolescents in various classroom settings.
Grounded in evidence-based practices and aligned with state and national standards, the curriculum emphasizes adolescent literacy, writing instruction and culturally responsive pedagogy. Students explore key areas such as literary analysis, grammar and linguistics, communication theory and curriculum planning, developing tools to help learners engage with texts and express themselves across multiple modes.
The program includes structured field experiences and a full-semester internship in a middle or high school classroom, where students work alongside experienced mentor teachers and university faculty. These hands-on placements allow students to translate theory into practice, gain classroom management skills and refine their instructional techniques in real-world settings. Successful completion of the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (FTCE) is required prior to the final internship.
Graduates of the program are well-prepared to begin careers as certified English teachers in grades 6–12 or pursue graduate study in education, English or related fields. With strong content knowledge and a commitment to student voice and literacy, they are ready to lead meaningful learning experiences that empower the next generation of thinkers, readers and writers.
Program Details
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Course Catalog
Explore the courses that will prepare you to teach, inspire, and engage adolescent learners. The course catalog outlines the required coursework for the B.A.E. in English Education (Grades 6–12), including foundational classes in literature, language structure, writing instruction and teaching methods. Each course is designed to help you build the content knowledge and practical skills needed to create inclusive, engaging learning environments that foster critical thinking, communication and a lifelong love of reading and writing. -
Osprey Map
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Internship
In your final semester, you’ll take ESE 4943: Student Internship, your culminating experience in the English Education program. This is your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice as you step into the role of a full-time English Language Arts teacher in a secondary classroom. You’ll plan and deliver lessons, assess student learning, and adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs of adolescents—all while working closely with a mentor teacher and university supervisor in a public school setting.
Through hands-on teaching and seminar sessions, you’ll demonstrate your mastery of the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices and showcase the knowledge, skills, and professional mindset you've developed throughout the program. This capstone experience is designed to help you grow into a confident, reflective educator prepared to lead meaningful learning in today’s middle and high school classrooms.
- A Level 2 background check, including fingerprinting verified by the school district where your internship takes place, is required before any placement can occur. Results must be submitted to the Office of Academic Support and Information Services (OASIS). Students who are not cleared by the district will not be permitted access to school sites.
- Passing the FTCE Professional Education and English 6–12 Subject Area exams is required to complete the internship and graduate.
- Department approval is required to register. Internship applications for fall are due the 4th Friday of the preceding spring term, and spring applications are due the 4th Friday of the preceding fall term. There are no summer internship placements.
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Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (FTCE)
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Students must pass the General Knowledge Exam prior to reaching 90 credits to remain in the major.
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Students must have attempted the Professional Education and Subject Area certification exams prior to beginning the internship.
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Students must pass the Professional Education, Subject Area and General Knowledge certification exams to be eligible for graduation.
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Career Outlook
There is a strong demand for certified English Language Arts teachers who can engage and inspire students in grades 6–12. Graduates of the English Education program are well-prepared to teach in public and private middle and high schools, bringing expertise in literature, writing and language instruction. Many go on to become English or language arts teachers, while others pursue careers in literacy coaching, curriculum development or graduate study in education or English-related fields.
Admission Requirements
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Freshman
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Transfer
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Admission into the College of Education and Human Services requires a minimum of 60 semester hours or a state of Florida AA degree with a grade point average of 2.50 or better and passing scores on all four parts of the General Knowledge (GK) test prior to 90 credit hours. Program admission requires a decision by a college administrator or faculty. Find specific admission criteria for this program on your Degree Evaluation, college website, university catalog or consult your academic advisor. For more information visit the Office of Academic Support and Information Services (OASIS) webpage.
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A minimum grade of "C" is required in all course work earned for the Bachelor of Arts in Education (BAE).
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A level 2 background check (including fingerprints)done and verified by the school district in which the field/clinical experiences will be completed is required prior to the assignment of any student to a field/clinical experience. Results must be submitted to the Office of Academic Support and Information Services (OASIS). Students not cleared by the school district will not be permitted access to schools.
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Passing the Professional Education and Subject Area exams of the Florida Teachers Certification Exam (FTCE) is required for completion of internship and graduation.
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International
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Additional Program Requirements
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A level 2 background check (including fingerprints) done and verified by the school district in which the field/clinical experiences will be completed is required prior to the assignment of any student to a field/clinical experience. Results must be submitted to the Office of Academic Support and Information Services (OASIS). Students not cleared by the school district will not be permitted access to schools.
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Passing the Professional Education and Subject Area exams of the Florida Teachers Certification Exam (FTCE) is required for completion of internship and graduation.
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Department approval required. Fall internship applications are due on the 4th Friday of the previous spring term. Spring internship applications are due on the 4th Friday of the previous fall term. There are no summer internship
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Program Contacts
Dr. Brian Zoellner
Program Director
Dr. John White
English Education Lead
Marilyn Heth
Academic Advisor
Jade Yuen
Associate Director of Outreach, Recruitment and Retention
