Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Official Statement of Status of Eligibility?

When you send a completed application package (CG-10) to the Florida Department of Education requesting a teacher certificate, your package is evaluated to determine your eligibility for a Florida certificate. The decision is mailed to you as an Official Statement of Status of Eligibility. The official statement is valid for three years. It provides you with a customized list of the requirements you must meet to be issued full-state certification (a five-year professional teaching certificate) in Florida.

Where Can I Apply for my Official Statement of Status of Eligibility?

• Visit the Florida Department of Education Certification website, and click "Request Materials."
• You may also call the Department of Education at 1.800.445.6739.

Where Do I Register for the Florida Teacher Certification Examination (FTCE)?

• Visit the Florida Department of Education's FTCE website. 
• You may also call the EPI director at 407.720.2082 to request a registration booklet. 

When Do I Apply?

Upon receipt of your Statement of Status of Eligibility, call 407.708.2082 to make an appointment to visit the EPI director, located in F-110 on the Sanford/Lake Mary Campus. Bring your Seminole State application and your Statement of Status of Eligibility to your appointment.

On Which Campus Will the Program Be Offered?

• All classes are held on the Heathrow Campus.
• Program workshops for the electronic portfolio and General Knowledge Exams are held on the Sanford/Lake Mary Campus.

Note: All students are required to attend at least one portfolio workshop before completing the program.

How Long is the EPI Program?

The EPI Program is 10 months long, with classes meeting during the week and on weekends.

How Much Does it Cost to Complete the Program?

Estimated costs are:

• Tuition: Approximately $228 per class (Tuition will always reflect the amounts listed in the College's current fee schedule.)
• Program Cost: Approximately $1,600
• Security Clearance/Background Check and Fingerprinting: $57.25
• Transcript Review for Statement of Status of Eligibility: This fee is set by the Florida Department of Education.
• Certification Examinations for Educators: Fees are set by the Florida Department of Education per exam.
• Estimated Cost of Books: To be determined (approximately $400)

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