Florida Alternative
Teacher Certification
Apply today and begin your journey to the classroom in Florida.
The Road to Teacher Certification in
Florida is Simple
With Florida alternative teacher certification, you can become an educator without a traditional education degree. If you have a bachelor's degree and a desire to be an educator, iteach's program can make your dream a reality. Our program helps you to start your teaching career with full pay in as little as eight weeks. Apply today and learn why we’re the only non-university alternative certification program accredited by CAEP.
- Apply and Enroll
- Train and Prepare
- Teach with Full Pay
- Get Licensed
Apply and Enroll
1-2 Weeks on Average
It’s time to be the teacher
you’ve always wanted to be.
Train and Prepare
8-12 Weeks on Average
Once you enroll, complete the following requirements to start teaching in the classroom.
Teach with Full Pay
1 Year
You will complete a one-year (two-semester) paid residency/ field experience where you will be employed full-time as a teacher in your content field. In this position, you receive the salary and benefits of a first-year teacher.
Get Licensed
2-4 Weeks on Average
- Submit official university transcripts that include your graduating GPA
- Complete of TCFL Introductory Course 5000
- Complete the CG10 application with the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) and submit your Status of Eligibility to our office
- Pay your $99 enrollment fee
- Acknowledge your Letter of Agreement
Online/ Self-Paced Pre-Hire Instructional Coursework
- Pre-Hire Courses include:
- TCFL5100 – Learning Environments
- TCFL5200 – Learner Development
- TCFL5300 – Planning Instruction and Assessments
Pass your Content Exam(s)
- Pass the FTCE content exam in your desired area of study.
- We know testing can be stressful, but we have been there and are here to help you with free test preparation resources.
Set up your Payment Plan
Once everything is complete, you can access your Intent to Hire.
Prepare for Your Residency
- You must secure your own residency/ field experience position through a Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) approved school district application and interview process. Obtain your job in any public, charter, or any FLDOE recognized private school.
- Check out our teacher job board to find opportunities near you.
Supervision During Residency
During the residency/ field experience, you will be assigned a highly experienced supervisor who will visit your classroom periodically, offer guidance and support, and work closely with the campus administration to ensure you are successful.
Complete Coursework
- TCFL 5400 – Literacy and 21st Century Instruction
- TCFL 5500 – Learner Differences and Special Needs
- TCFL 5600 – Diverse Populations, English Language Learners and Bilingual
*Elementary candidates have additional literacy requirements
- Successfully complete your field experience
- Pass your FTCE Professional Education exam
- Pass your FTCE General Knowledge exam
- Paid your iteach program fee in full
Florida Program
Admission Requirements
Take the first step to acceptance into our training program. Here are our admission requirements:
Bachelor's Degree
Your degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Submit official university transcripts that include your graduating GPA on your official transcripts.
Content Area
iteach can help you get certified for specific subject areas. All teachers must meet specific criteria set by the state of Florida to teach a subject. This requirement is often referred to as your “certification area” or your “content area.”
Contact us about your area of interest and location as each district has different hiring practices.
Florida Pricing
Our pricing was created with you in mind. $0 to apply. $99 to enroll.
$0to Apply
Complete an online application in just a few minutes and take the first step toward your new teaching career.
$99 to Enroll
Once accepted, you pay your $99 enrollment fee and you can immediately begin taking your first course.
$2,975 Total Cost
Pay $99 / month until you start your two-semester field experience. Pay your remaining balance in interest-free installments during your field experience, for which you will receive full pay.
What You Get:
- Robust CAEP-certified online courses
- Onsite 1:1 supervision throughout your teaching residency
- Opportunity to earn up to 12 graduate credits toward a master's degree
- Subscription to Teaching Channel’s 1,600 video library showcasing instructional practices
- Enrollment in innovative test preparation courses to help you pass your state-required exams
Download the Florida
Alternative Certification Guide
Need more information about alternative certification in Florida?
Complete the form below, and we will send you all the information you
need about our program.
Frequently Asked Questions
You may apply at any time; iteach enrolls students on a continual basis.
No. No matter what bachelor’s degree you have, it’s your subject matter expertise, combined with your successful completion of our program, that makes you eligible to teach. We’ll teach you what you need to know and do in order to be a successful teacher yourself.
Candidates must pass the content exam for the subject they want to teach. Please refer to the Florida Department of Education website here to identify the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (FTCE), content exam, that you will be required to take and pass for state licensure.
No, iteach is not an institution of higher education. Therefore, the program does not qualify for financial aid.
You can complete all program-required instructional coursework within as little as three months. The entire iteach program, including your teaching residency, is designed to be completed within one school year. However, you have two full school years to find a teaching position as long as you are enrolled in the iteach program. Once hired, you must complete all program requirements during your two-semester field experience.
What People Are Saying
Libby, a high school teacher from Texas, talks with ABC News about how iteach allowed her to transition from a career in performing arts to achieving her dream of teaching dance.
“If I had decided to go back to a college for education, it would have taken me years to finish with multiple student loans and thousands of dollars. Iteach was an affordable way to get into the classroom. I love being a teacher. If anyone had ever considered being a teacher, this is a great opportunity for them.” – Libby Claycomb
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