Accelerated Elementary Education Degree Program

...is teaching right for you?

If you have always wanted to be an elementary school teacher and have the dedication to succeed in an intense program of study, then Florida Community College at Jacksonville's new fast-track evening program, designed for working adults, may put you on the path to earn your Associate's Degree in approximately 18 months.

You can begin your journey this upcoming Fall Semester at Kent Campus. Upon successful completion, you will be awarded an Associate in Arts degree, then be able to transfer to any Florida four-year university to complete the requirements to earn your Bachelor's degree in elementary education.

You may already have college credits toward your degree through previous classroom experience, military experience, non-college training and certification, or credit by assessment through testing.

Earn Your Associate's Degree in Half the Time

Offering courses in eight, twelve, and sixteen-week session formats, Florida Community College's fast-track program allows full-time students to complete their Associate in Arts degree 50 percent faster than traditional programs.

How Does the Program Work?

Our Evening Accelerated Elementary Education Degree Program is designed especially for the adult student who holds a full-time job during the day, but is anxious to begin or to complete degreee requirements in as short a time as possible.

• Evening Accelerated Elementary Education course listing

The Associate in Arts degree requirements are fulfilled during evenings and weekends through the use of "hybrid" online instruction, learning communites, and traditional instruction in the classroom. (A hybrid course blends both online and traditional classroom teaching methods).

Previously earned credits, work experience, and passing CLEP, PEP, ACE or DANTES exams may further shorten the time it takes to earn your degree. For more information, email accel_edu@fccj.edu or call 904.381.3611.

What's Next?

If you are a new student, submit an application online at www.fccj.edu or to any campus enrollment services office. A one-time $15 fee may be paid by credit card, check or added to your registration fees. You will need an official transcript of your high school grades sent to Florida Community College at Jacksonville's Student Records Office. A returning student should contact any campus enrollment services office to make sure all records are up-to-date.

Counseling/Register for Classes

Individual and personalized academic counseling is available to help you realize your goals. Kent Campus counselors are ready to help you with transcripts, obtaining credit for previous classes and work experience, and setting up exams. To make an appointment, call 904.381.3611.

Financial Aid

Several sources of financial aid are available for Florida Community College students. Depending on your circumstances, you may qualify for financial assistance. For more information, make an appointment with a Kent Campus financial aid advisor at 904.371.3577.

When You Complete the Program

When you complete the requirements of Florida Community College at Jacksonville's Accelerated Elementary Education Degree Program, you will be ready to transfer to a Floridia university to earn a Bachelor's degree in elementary education. (University admission and graduation requirements vary, so it is important to research the specifics of the school of your choice! Our academic counselor can help you make decisions.)