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Okaloosa-Walton College
Educator Preparation Institute
What is EPI?What is EPI?The Educator Preparation Institute
(EPI) is an alternative, fast-track route to Florida Teacher Certification
Baccalaureate Degree+ EPI Program Certificate+ Appropriate state certification exams+ Completed state certification application = Florida Professional Teacher Certification!
How does the EPI Work?How does the EPI Work?
Coursework builds on the subject area knowledge of your baccalaureate degree with pedagogical content and teaching methodology
Content is designed to prepare you for the professional knowledge exam required for Florida Teacher Certification
Completion of the OWC Educator Preparation Certificate satisfies the professional
coursework required for Florida Teacher Certification
How does the EPI Differ from the How does the EPI Differ from the Traditional Education Program?Traditional Education Program?
It’s faster!
You can complete in 2 semesters (5-6 months) without the additional semester of student teaching
It’s less expensive!
Total tuition is $1,402.38 + total estimated cost of books at $350; typical cost for education coursework at the university is at least $3,232 plus book cost of approximately $100 per course
It’s more flexible !
Classes are offered in weekend, blended and distance learning formats
EPI Content: The Florida EPI Content: The Florida Educator Accomplished Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAP)Practices (FEAP)
EPI students will demonstrate mastery of the 12 Florida Educator Accomplished PracticesThese competencies are introduced and explored in EPI coursesMastery of these competencies will be evaluated as a part of coursework.
FEAP CompetenciesFEAP Competencies
1. Assessment 9. Learning Environments
2. Communication 10. Planning3. Continuous Improvement 11. Role of the
Teacher 4. Critical Thinking 12. Technology5. Diversity6. Ethics7. Human Development and Learning8. Knowledge of Subject Matter
What Courses Are What Courses Are Required?Required?
7 Content Courses7 Content Courses EPI 001 Classroom Management (45 hrs.= 3 EPI Credits) EPI 002 Instructional Strategies (45 hrs.= 3 EPI Credits) EPI 003 Technology (45 hrs.= 3 EPI Credits) EPI 004 The Teaching & Learning
Process (45 hrs.= 3 EPI Credits)
EPI 010 Research-Based Reading (45 hrs.= 3 EPI Credits) EPI 020 Professional Foundations (30 hrs.= 2 EPI Credits) EPI 030 Diversity (30 hrs.= 2 EPI Credits)
2 Field Experience Courses2 Field Experience Courses EPI 0940 Professional Foundations (15 hrs.= 1 EPI Credit ) EPI 0945 Diversity (15 hrs.= 1 EPI Credit )
Total EPI Credits= 21
What Does the Program What Does the Program Cost?Cost?
Each EPI Credit is $66.78* Each 45 hour class is 3 EPI credits =
$ 200.34
Each 30 hour class is 2 EPI credits =
$ 133.56
Each 15 hour class is 1 EPI credit =
$66.78
Total Tuition Cost for EPI = $ 1,402.38Textbooks are purchased separately at
an estimated cost of $350 for the entire
program* 2008-09 tuition costs. Tuition costs for subject to change. A $30 lab fee is assessed for
EPI 0003 Technology
What are the Program What are the Program Entry Requirements?Entry Requirements?
1. Complete all OWC admissions and enrollment requirements
2. Obtain an Official Statement of Status of Eligibility to teach in Florida.
http://www.fldoe.org/edcert State of Florida requires official transcripts.
ProgramProgram Entry Requirements- Entry Requirements-Cont’d.Cont’d.
3. Agree to complete, through a school district, a Level 2 screening that is submitted to the FDLE and FBI. You are responsible for contacting the district and arranging to complete the fingerprinting process
3. Begin taking the Florida Teacher Certification Exams (either General Knowledge or Subject Area)www.fl.nesinc.com
Florida Teacher Certification Florida Teacher Certification Exam InformationExam Information
Exam DatesJuly 26, 2008Sept. 13, 2008October 25, 2008
Cost$25.00 per test (Additional charge for late registration and supplemental registration)www.fl.nesinc.com
Registration Deadlines6/6/08
7/25/08
9/5/08
Requirements to Receive EPI Requirements to Receive EPI Completion Certificate from Completion Certificate from
OWCOWC Pass the Florida Teacher Certification (FTCE) General Knowledge
Exam
Pass the FTCE Subject Area Exam
Successfully Complete 21 EPI Credits (“C” or higher grade in each course)
Pass the FTCE Professional Education Exam
Is Anything Else Needed to Obtain Is Anything Else Needed to Obtain the Professional Certificate?the Professional Certificate?
Submit proof of a Level 2 screening to the
FLDOE, Teacher Certification Department
Complete all required paperwork
for the State of Florida Teacher
Certification Department:
http://www.fldoe.org/edcert
No additional practice teaching is
required!
The Admissions ProcessThe Admissions Process
Returning Students-(those who have taken classes in the past at OWC)
• Update any information, i.e, name change, address or phone number change with Enrollment Services
729-4901
New Students• Complete an OWC Admission/Residency form On-line—www.owc.edu and link to admissions or
Educator Preparation Institute section(Paper forms are also in your packet)
Complete a Supplemental EPI Admission Application Form (On-line or peach form in your packet)
Verification of Bachelor’s Degree
Request an official
copy of your transcript
from the college where
your baccalaureate degree
was conferred. A cummulative GPA must be
posted on the transcript. Admission
requirement is a GPI of 2.5
or higher. The transcript needs to be sent directly from the
college to Ms. Janice Buchanan, Okaloosa-Walton College,100 College Blvd, Niceville, FL 32578
Financial AidFinancial AidFinancial Aid is approved for EPI
Possible avenues for financial aid:• Federal Financial Aid (PELL)-ends Aug. 2008
• VA Benefits
• Troops to Teachers (1-888-FLTROOP or www.firn.edu/doe/profdev/troopste.htm )
Also available for spouses
• For Military Spouses: New DOL/DOD Military Spouse Career Advancement Project (contact
Airman/Family Readiness center (850) 884-5441
• Other sources (community scholarships, OWC foundation, employers, etc.)
OWC Information OWC Information ContactsContacts
Student Services Questions
Janice Buchanan,Janice Buchanan,Coordinator,Enrollment Services Phone: [email protected]
Program Questions
Penny Cox,Penny Cox,Coordinator,Educational Services Phone: [email protected]
