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Education Preparation Institute

The School of Education also offers alternative paths to teacher certification through our Educator Preparation Institute (EPI). The EPI is an intensive competency-based program designed to allow individuals with non-education bachelor’s degrees to earn teacher certification in an accelerated mode.

Programs address high-need subject areas and specializations such as: Exceptional Student Education (K-12), Mathematics Education (6-12), Science Education (6-12), and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) (K-12).

The Coursework

The EPI offers a seven-course program (21 credits) that can be completed in as few as two semesters. The program adheres to rigorous standards and includes field experience. Please note: the EPI program must be completed in its entirety for certification. Classes are held on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and meet on alternate weekends.

The program is composed of:

  • Coursework- 4 modules (all 21 credits must be completed) 
  • Florida Teacher Certification Examination (FTCE) (all three sections: General Knowledge Test, Subject Area Examination, Professional Examination)
  • Electronic LiveText Portfolio of Florida Educator Accomplished Practices 
  • Support Workshops 
  • Mentoring

Miami Dade College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees.
Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Miami Dade College.
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