Teacher Certification
Test Preparation
The OB体育官网 College of Education offers a variety of resources to assist our students in preparing for the Florida Teacher Certification Examination (FTCE), including in-person tutoring, online modules, and virtual and in-person style boot camps. Our dedicated faculty and staff are always working to develop additional test preparation resources to increase student success!
Self Preparation
Growth Mindset
Educators know that mindset plays a significant role in academic performance and learning. A growth mindset is one which believes we can develop, grow, and learn. Research has taught us that a growth mindset can lead to an increased level of achievement! Learn more about the benefits of developing a growth mindset at .
USF Counseling Center
We understand that preparing for and taking the exams such as the General Knowledge Test (GKT) can be stressful. USF offers helpful services for test anxiety that can teach you relaxation and focusing techniques, resulting in higher test scores! Check out the services available at the USF Counseling Center.
Self Assessment
Practice Tests
It is important to identify which concepts on the exam are those you should spend time preparing for as that will help focus your attention on where you can make the biggest impact. Visit the Florida Teacher Certification Exam website to take a practice test.
are provided by the Florida Department of Education for self-study test preparation. These guides include a practice test, which allows you to utilize your score to determine what areas you need to study. Visit the to learn more about the percentage of correct questions needed to pass each exam.
Test Preparation
General Knowledge Test Boot Camps
Are you preparing to take the FTCE General Knowledge Test? We can help you get the test ready! The College of Education regularly hosts a series of test preparation boot camps for individuals who are preparing to take the General Knowledge Test. Sessions include short but intensive overviews of all sections of the exam to help you achieve success.
For more information on upcoming Boot Camp dates contact edu-advise@usf.edu
Online Test Preparation with the iTeach Professional Learning Program
The Florida Center for Instructional Technology has developed a series of that are specifically designed to help prepare you to take the Professional Education and the General Knowledge: Reading, Math, English Language Skills and Essay subtests on the Florida Teacher Certification Exam. Each course contains a study guide, two practice exams, and additional practice questions for each competency and every skill assessed on the FTCE Professional Education and General Knowledge Test.
There is a 50 percent discount on course registration fees for USF students. Contact your academic advisor for more information.
USF Library
Visit the online for test preparation resources! Simply conduct a Quick Search by selecting the word 鈥渂ooks鈥� from the drop-down menu. Then, using the keyword 鈥淔TCE,鈥� you will be connected with test preparation materials.
Connect with your Academic Advisor and Faculty
If you are preparing for any section of the Florida Teacher Certification Exam and feeling you aren鈥檛 sure where to start, your academic advisors and faculty are here to help! Reach out by emailing edu-advise@usf.edu