Pre-Education Advising
Tampa Campus
Pre-Education Advising
COEDU Student Academic Services Dept. Serve all prospective education majors
Freshman, Continuing, and Transfer Convey COEDU undergraduate admission
requirements, policies, procedures Track the academic progress of students
Re-direction of those not admissible
Advising in the College of Education Empowerment
Independent, critical thinkers Development
Personal responsibility Related to professional goals
Plan Ahead Understand your curriculum
Advising in the College of Education is facilitated through group advising sessions, email communication, podcasts traditional, one-on-one appointments and other means .
Appointments are limited and vary.
Undergraduate Major Specializations
Teacher Prep Programs Early Childhood (PreK-3)* Elementary Ed (K-6) Exceptional Student
Education (K-12) Physical Education (K-12)*
Non-Teacher Prep Programs Exercise Science*
Teacher Prep Programs English Education (6-12) Foreign Lang Ed (K-12)
Spanish, French, German, or other language
Math Education (6-12) Science Education (6-12)
Biology, Chemistry, Physics Social Science Ed (6-12)
* Denotes Limited Access Program
Needed Materials
SASS Audit or unofficial transcripts FACTS.org Copies from previous institution
Prerequisite Checklist Specialization specific
Advising Resource Worksheet Course Selection Guide Any other documentation related to advising
inquiry
Pre-Education vs. Education
Classified as Pre-Education: Working on prerequisites
Courses (as identified by major) GPA Skills Test (all sections)
Have not applied and been admitted to COEDU
Classified as Education: Once formally admitted to COEDU (letter) Attended admitted COEDU student orientation
Admission to COEDU
Limited Access College Restriction on who is admitted Tied to State of Florida and its Legislature Prerequisites must be met prior to admission Separate application to COEDU
Limited Admission Programs Restrict the number and/or at what time students
are admitted to the program
COEDU Limited Access ProgramsExercise Science
Maximum 30 student per year All prerequisites must be finished by end of Spring
Semester Fall semester admission (apply June 1 – July 15)
COEDU Limited Access ProgramsPhysical Education
Number of students not limited Fall semester admission (apply June 1 – July 15)
Early Childhood Education Number of students not limited Full-time cohort program only Fall semester admission (apply June 1 – July 15)
COEDU Admission Criteria Admitted to USF
Separate application 2.50 overall GPA
Includes all college level coursework Skills Test: CLAST, Praxis I, or General Knowledge
Passing Scores on all sections of 1 test Exemptions cannot be used; must take all sections Exercise Science do not need General Knowledge Test (GKT) needed for graduation Only offered at certain times during the year
Prerequisite Courses As identified by major (see checklist) C- grade or higher
CLAST vs. Skills Test RequirementCLAST
State/UniversitySkills Test
COEDU Admission
All students must meet CLAST:
2) Taking needed sections (Math, Reading, Writing, and/or Essay)
SAT scores: 500 per section
ACT scores: 21 on English, 22 on Reading, 21 on Math
2.5 GPA in Math and/or English courses
*CLAST met with FL public AA degree
1) Becoming Exempt:
1) COEDU admission requirement
2) Cannot use exemptions
3) Cannot mix/match test subsections
4) Must take all sections of same test (math, reading, writing, essay)
5) 3 Options: CLAST, Praxis I, or General Knowledge Test (GKT)
6) May depend on when the test is offered and when application is due to COEDU
*Begin to have holds (TC, TS, TL)
Skills Test Information Must have all sections of 1 test for admission
Missing 1 section will cause denied admission Where to sign up:
CLAST: Testing Services (SVC 2060) GKT: Obtain GKT booklet and mail-in form
website(s): http://www.cefe.usf.edu/ and www.fl.nesinc.com Praxis I: www.ets.org Administration of tests vary and are limited – plan ahead!
General Knowledge Scores are not automatically sent to College of Education; must
provide copies with application (you keep original) Online version of GKT does not have Essay section
Take as many times as you need Do not need to retake sections already passed Take it early – do not wait until last semester!
COEDU Admission Timeframes
Semester Applying for Admission
Submit Application no EARLIER than:
Submit Application no LATER than:
FALL June 1 July 15
SPRING Oct 1 Nov 15
SUMMER Mar 1 Apr 15
College of Education (Tampa Campus) only accepts applications at certain times during the year:
• Keep in mind Limited Access program admission semesters!
• Application is found on our website at www.coedu.usf.edu
Admission Process
Complete Prerequisites
Download Application
Submit to DAC 107
Fill Out & Supply Documentation
Application Review
Deny LetterAcceptance
Letter
Attend Orientation
Finish Missing Prerequisites
Wait for App Timeframe
STEP 1:
STEP 2:
STEP 3:
STEP 4:
COEDU Application Procedures COEDU application submission and review
separate from USF application Allow 4-6 weeks for review Advisors and/or Department conducts review Supply accurate information (address, etc) Notified via U.S. mail Advised and signed up for classes during
COEDU Admitted orientation
Teacher Prep Application
Teacher Prep Application
Disclosure of Arrest & Conviction All students are required to fill out a Disclosure of
Conviction Form as a part of the COEDU application If you have ever been arrested, pleaded nolo
contendre, or convicted, your final internship placement and/or employment prospects upon graduation may be in jeopardy
48 hour disclosure for new arrests Find out ASAP if your situation is going to be an
issue; please contact: Dr. Paulette Walker: 813-974-1804
Curriculum Planning
1) Review program’s prerequisite checklist to your SASS Audit and/or unofficial transcripts
2) Use Student Advising Worksheet to map out remaining semesters
*If specific class is listed on checklist, must have; blank line indicates elective.
USF Gen Ed Courses
FL Mandated Courses
Prerequisite Checklist
NOTE: Prerequisites subject to change based on State of Florida mandates
Teacher Prep Programs: Field Experience
EDF 2005
Intro to Education
Mandates 15 hours of
Teaching Diverse PopulationsMandates 15 hours of Classroom Observation
EDG 2701
Classroom Observation
It is encouraged that you take EDF 2005 as soon as possible followed by EDG 2701 the next available semester. Both courses require mandatory fieldwork that will allow you to get field experience that can confirm or dissuade your commitment to the field of education.
College of Education Website
Prospective Students
Link
www.coedu.usf.edu
College of Education Website
Undergraduate Prospective
Students Link
www.coedu.usf.edu
College of Education Website
www.coedu.usf.edu
Pre-Ed Advising Resources & Info
- Checklists
- Testing Info
- Selection Guide
- Application
- Advising Tools
- CLAST Hold Info
- Much more!!!
FFMT Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria
1. Must be a resident of State of Florida
2. Must meet requirements for admission as a junior in state approved teacher education program
3. Must be newly admitted into upper level teacher education program and cannot be teaching full time
4. www.ffmt.org Please contact Dr. Diane Briscoe for any queries
beyond the navigation of the website: [email protected]
SCATT – Top 10 Reasons to Join
1. National Recognition2. Quality Programming
(workshops, seminars & field trips)
3. Trained Supervising Teachers
4. Intensive Training Seminars
5. Leadership Skill Development
6. Interaction7. Planning Skills8. School Improvement9. Special
Recommendation (SCATT letter and special introduction provided upon graduation)
10. Career Opportunity
Chalk and Wire
Dr. Paulette Walker
Pre-Education Advising Staff
Clockwise: Brent Lamons (Coordinator), Paul St. Fleur (Advisor/Graduate Assistant), Michael Magee (Transfer Student Advisor/Counselor), Jaymi Butler (Freshmen
Advisor/Counselor), Christiana Chekoudjian (Senior Clerk), Chelsea Ruff (Advisor/Graduate Assistant),
Undergraduate Advising Staff
Special Consideration…
Exercise Science
Physical Education
Early Childhood
Only admit students in the Fall!
ExerciseExercise Science
Limited Access Program
Student must complete ALL prerequisites by the time they apply
Student must apply on time Student must be ranked among the Top 30
“What if I don’t get in?”
Consider the likelihood of admission Consider your interests, skills, and abilities Consider the career field you are heading
toward Visit with a Career Specialist Develop an alternate plan...just in case!
Peer Aides, Leaders and Mentors (PALM) Program
The Purpose: Peer Aides will contribute to the overall advising
experience by assisting students with securing information about general education requirements, pre-requisites for the COEDU, specific program requirements, and application procedures. In addition, they will share their own experiences as Education majors. Peer aides will take part in some recruitment activities; specifically out-reach to groups that are underrepresented in the COEDU.