海角破解版

Skip To Content

Adult Undergraduate Elementary Education

An Elementary Education program that works best for working adults.

The Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education equips future educators to design and implement classroom experiences for all K-6 learners. Graduates of the program are eligible for professional certification in Elementary Education (grades K-6), with endorsements in Reading and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).

Why choose Elementary Ed at 海角破解版?

Clinical Experiences

Supervised clinical experiences are embedded throughout the program. These experiences are intentionally diverse, spanning different grade levels and school environments each semester.

On-Campus Lab Schools

You'll have ample opportunities to collaborate with teachers and students at our on-campus lab schools, the Early Childhood Learning Lab and the Roberts Academy, a school for children with dyslexia and other reading difficulties.

Specializations

Choices of education specializations include STEM education, social-emotional learning, and the Orton-Gillingham approach – an evidence-based reading instruction method recognized for its efficacy with students facing dyslexia and related reading challenges.

Meet Our Mocs

Jessica Gavin
Lana Allen
Victoria Salinas
Katherine Geoghegan
Brooke Veal, MATL

Featured Elementary Ed Faculty

Brooke Veal

There is no substitute for the power of real-world classroom experience. Every placement we provide is more than just an assignment. It鈥檚 an opportunity for our preservice teachers to grow, lead, and learn alongside dedicated educators, shaping the kind of teacher they are becoming and the future they will create for their students.

Paras 2 Teach

Earn a teacher's salary while completing your education degree! The base salary for beginning public school teachers in Polk County is $47,500. Find out if you are eligible for the Paras 2 Teach Program.

Elementary Ed Program Details

Admission Requirements

  • Personal interview
  • Academic interest inventory
  • Provide official transcripts of all academic work taken previously at other colleges, universities, or professional schools.
  • If fewer than 25 credit hours have been earned from a regionally accredited college or university, student should provide official high school transcript or GED scores.
  • If fewer than 25 credit hours have been earned from a regionally accredited college or university, student should provide official ACT or SAT exam scores, OR as an alternative, applicants should instead submit an updated resume and elect to apply through the test-optional policy.
  • Military service-connected, educational experiences may award transfer credits. Requests should be accompanied by documents describing the educational experience.
  • If admitted, Polk County School Board background clearance

International Student Requirements

  • Official Translated Transcripts With Course By Course Evaluation**
  • Bank Letter Verifying Funds of Sponsor***
  • Sponsor's Guarantee Form
  • Valid Passport
  • Official TOEFL/IELTS Score****

** (discount available), , , or or another similar approved transcript evaluation agency.

*** A bank letter is a written statement on bank letterhead and signed by a bank official.

**** Must have completed an English language training program or at least one year at an English speaking institution to waive the TOEFL/IELTS testing requirement.

Course Delivery

Hybrid

Hybrid

The Elementary Education program is offered in a hybrid format with face-to-face and online classes. Face-to-face courses meet in the evenings (6:30 鈥 9:30) or on Saturdays. This schedule is designed for working professionals.

Curriculum

A. WRIGHT Foundations Requirements34 hours
B. Major Requirements68 hours
Course NumberCourse Name
EDU 1000Professional Preparation for Education Majors
EDU 1107Foundations of Education I
EDU 2200Field Study Level I
EDU 2203Foundations of Education II
EDU 2210Foundations in Special Education
EDU 2235Methods of Assessment
EDU 2240Foundations of Reading Instruction
EDU 2241Clinical Experience in Literacy Instruction
EDU 3279Foundations of ESOL I
EDU 3323Field Study Level II
EDU 3333Foundations of Education III
EDU 3339Instructional Methods in Elementary Mathematics
EDU 3343Literacy and Literature in the Classroom
EDU 3347Diagnostic Assessment and Instruction in Literacy
EDU 3370Differentiated Instruction of Reading
EDU 4400Field Study Level III
EDU 4407Instructional Methods in Social Studies in the Elementary School
EDU 4409Instructional Methods in Science in the Elementary School
EDU 4478Applied Linguistics 鈥 ESOL II
EDU 4887Reading Endorsement Practicum
EDU 4889Student Teacher Intern Seminar
EDU 4990Senior Internship
C. Bachelor of Science Degree Requirements12 hours
D. Electives2 - 10 hours
E. Total124 hours

External Scholarships

Greenhouse Project

PCPS non-instructional employees only

This tuition-reimbursement project focuses on recruiting quality teachers by helping Polk County Public School non-instructional employees with an interest in teaching earn their education degrees.

To Apply, Contact:
Caroline Giroux – Recruitment Coordinator at PCPS
Caroline.Giroux@polk-fl.net

Program Costs

2025-2026

Base Required FeesCost
Tuition Per Credit Hour$380
Technology fee per semester is based on credit hours enrolled$30 to $120

Additional Costs

Additional FeesCost
Polk County Public Schools Background Clearance$80 estimated

Frequently Asked Questions

Tech Support

What are the technical requirements for taking an online course with 海角破解版?

See our online technical requirements.

Who do I contact for technical support?

Students needing assistance should first contact their instructor. If the problem cannot be resolved at the instructor level, students may speak to your admission counselor at 863.680.4463 or contact the Help Desk at 863.616.6426. Technical support for online workshops will be offered by 海角破解版鈥檚 Tech Buddies and is available all year long.

Registration and Scheduling

Where can I find the Adult Schedule?

Students needing assistance should first contact their instructor. If the problem cannot be resolved at the instructor level, students may speak to your admission counselor at 863.680.4463 or contact the Help Desk at 863.616.6426. Technical support for online workshops will be offered by 海角破解版鈥檚 Tech Buddies and is available all year long.

I need help enrolling in a class.

Portal: Through the 鈥淧ortal,鈥 you can register for classes, pay for classes online, view your student account, transcripts, course schedules, course descriptions, assignments, grades, GPA calculator, faculty information and attendance. To log onto the Portal you will need to know your student ID number and password. To reset your portal password, you must call the Help Desk at 863.616.6426. If you have difficulties registering online, please contact the Registrar鈥檚 office by email at registrar@flsouthern.edu, or call 863.680.4127.
You can review our helpful video tutorials to learn how to navigate the 海角破解版 Student Portal on our resources page.

Email: Email your course selection to the Registrar鈥檚 office at registrar@flsouthern.edu. You will receive confirmation of your registration by email.

In Person: You may register for classes in person at the Registrar鈥檚 office, located on the second floor of the Thad Buckner Building, marked BB on the campus map. Their hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

See Registration Dates

I need help planning my schedule. Who should I contact?

Every student enrolled at 海角破解版 is assigned an academic advisor to assist with scheduling, meeting degree requirements, and identifying academic and personal goals. To save time and tuition dollars, it is important that you talk to your advisor on a regular basis. It is your responsibility to schedule an appointment to speak with an advisor as early as possible after entering 海角破解版.

Find Your Academic Advisor

I cannot continue my enrollment in my course. How do I drop the course from my schedule?

If you need to drop a course and it is before the start of the term or during the add/drop period, you can drop the course on the 海角破解版 Student Portal or email Adrienne Sapp at asapp@flsouthern.edu in the Registrar鈥檚 Office. If you need to drop the course after the add/drop period is over, you will need to email Adrienne Sapp to be dropped from your course. Please note, dropping a course after the add/drop period will lead to financial implications. Please email Jackie Myers at jmyers2@flsouthern.edu in the Business Office if you drop a course after the add/drop period to determine your balance owed. Please reference the refund date schedule. To learn more about the add/drop dates, please reference the academic calendar.

I need to submit a bill for the courses, how do I print this out?

Sign in to the and select the 鈥楽tudent鈥 tab at the top of the page. Next, select Financial Info on the side of the page. Then select CASHNet my Account Info. Finally, select the Course and Fee Statement.

Transcript Inquiries & Grades

How do I request a transcript from 海角破解版?

We offer online transcript ordering through our partner National Student Clearinghouse. The cost is $10 per copy and you will need a credit card and a valid email account. Transcripts will not be released if there is an outstanding balance on your 海角破解版 account. If you have questions, please contact the Registrar's Office at 863.680.3916.

How do I check my grades and print out my grade?

Login to the and select the 鈥楽tudents鈥 tab at the top of the page. On the Students webpage, find 鈥楪rade Report鈥 in the side navigation panel. Enter the term in which you need the grade for, then select 鈥榁iew Final Grade Report.鈥

Do I have to earn a certain grade in my courses?

Yes, a grade of 鈥淐鈥 or better must be earned in all courses.

Financial Information

How much does it cost?

Tuition costs as well as miscellaneous fees can be found on our Tuition and Costs page.

Are there scholarship opportunities?

There are a variety of different scholarships and financing options available. Please visit our Financial Aid page to learn more about scholarship opportunities. Learn More about payment methods and payments plans.

IDs & Permits

How do I obtain my ID# if I have lost or misplaced it?

Please email the Office of Adult and Graduate Admission to request your 海角破解版 Student ID number.

How do I obtain a parking permit?

You will need a parking permit when visiting the campus. The cost is $40.00 per academic year when you register your car with Campus Safety. You will be required to provide information about your car, including the tag number. This information can be found in the under the Adult and Graduate tab once you are logged in.

How do I get an 海角破解版 ID?

To receive your free 海角破解版 ID card, under the same Adult and Graduate tab in the 海角破解版 Portal, read the guidelines and follow the link to upload your photo. By uploading a photo this lets our Campus Safety and Security Office know to create your ID card, which is typically available for pickup within 48 hours. Most students pick up their ID card while on campus to pick up their parking permit.

Housing

Is college housing available to me as an adult student?

Yes, but on a very limited basis. While we do not have dedicated housing for adult and graduate students, there are sometimes limited openings at a nearby hotel that we utilize for undergraduate housing overflow. For information on this option, please contact Residential Life at residencelife@flsouthern.edu or 863-680-4206.

What other options do I have?

The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce has provided a list of their members that offer housing options in the area. The college does not endorse any specific housing option and we advise that you research these facilities (or other opportunities) on your own.

Miscellaneous

Where can I purchase my books?

The campus bookstore. The bookstore is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For your convenience, you can . The Bookstore phone number is 863.680.4186. Please note, the bookstore may have alternate hours in the summer and during college breaks.

I need help locating my classes.

Please utilize the 海角破解版 campus map. Reference the building description from your student schedule. Enter the location in the search box, and it will pull up the exact location on the campus map.

I'm having trouble logging into Canvas.

Take advantage of our video tutorials and resources. There, you can find a link to as well as video tutorials for how to use Canvas.

Are there any Certificate options if I'm not looking to pursue a full degree?

Yes, we offer a Management Certificate for those who are not looking to complete a full degree. Learn more about our continuing education options.

Related Materials

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a financial assistance program for non-instructional employees who are employed by Polk County schools?

Florida Southern participates in the Greenhouse Program, a program created to assist Non-instructional employees of the Polk County School Board who are interested in completing their Bachelor鈥檚 Degree to go on and teach P-6, Physical Education, Exceptional Student Education, Middle School, and/or High School.

Which Florida Teacher Certification Exams (FTCE) do I need to complete?

All Elementary Education students must pass all sections on the General Knowledge Test (GKT), Professional Educator Test (PED), and Subject Area Exam (SAE) 鈥 Elementary K-6.

How long are the academic semesters?

The fall, spring, and summer semesters are 16 weeks long. However, each semester is divided into two 7-week terms (term A and term B).

Adult and Graduate Schedules

Is there an internship?

Yes, there is a 70-school day internship which is completed in Polk County Public Schools during the last semester of the program and once all program requirements are met. 

Is the program state-approved?

Yes, 海角破解版鈥檚 Elementary Education program is fully approved by the Florida Department of Education. 

Elementary Ed Program Contact

Kimmy Diallo Kimmy Diallo

Admission Counselor and Advisor

 863.680.4914

 863.250.4194

Lori Rakes Lori Rakes, Ph.D.

Dean of Education

Nina B. Hollis Endowed Chair of Education

Associate Professor of Education

Carol J. Barnett / Curry Education Office - 113

 863.680.4172

Brooke Veal Brooke Veal, MATL

Director of Field Study and Evening Education Programs

Carol J. Barnett / Curry Education Office - 106

 863.680.5004