FTCE

Florida law requires that teachers demonstrate mastery of basic skills, professional knowledge, and content area of specialization through the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations. Testing requirements for teacher candidates seeking certification are described in Section 1012.56, Florida Statutes (FS), and in 6A-4.0021 Florida Administrative Code (FAC). The Bureau of Educator Certification at the Department of Education in Tallahassee determines individualized testing requirements for certification. If you have a certification application on file, the Bureau will inform you of your individual testing requirements. The Bureau advises that teacher candidates should submit an application for certification before applying to take certification examinations. To apply for certification online, visit the Bureau's Web site.

After your application for certification is on file, the Bureau will issue you an Official Statement of Status of Eligibility. This statement will indicate your individualized testing requirements. For any questions regarding your certification application, you may contact the Bureau by phone at (800) 445-6739 or via their website.

To register:
Registration must be completed through the FTCE/FELE Program website but tests are administered in the Test Center in University Center C, Suite 1200.