Aspiring teachers will now have the opportunity to pursue Polk State College’s Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education on the Winter Haven Campus with the expansion of the highly reputable program to East Polk County.
Important Program Application Information
The admission deadline is August 1 for fall and December 1 for spring.
The following prerequisite course must be completed for admission to the Bachelor’s in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education.
- EDF 1005 – Introduction to the Teaching Profession
Other Education Electives suggested (not required):
- EDF 1250 Introduction to Classroom Management
- EDF 2082 Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities
- EDF 2085 Introduction to Diverse Learners for Educators
- EME 2040 Introduction to Technology for Educators
- EEX 2083 Motivating Students with Learning Disabilities
The program has an application requirement consisting of attending one Program Informational Meeting, times and dates are posted below.
Zoom Link: https://polk.zoom.us/j/87047536248?pwd=cxpP7GzcV0ihed8cDkabQd1LJdAWwh.1
- April 10, 2025, 6:00-7:00 p.m. (Virtual Only)
- May 8, 2025, 6:00-7:00 p.m. (Virtual Only)
- June 12, 2025, 6:00-7:00 p.m. (Virtual Only)
- July 10, 2025, 6:00-7:00 p.m. (Virtual Only)
- September 11, 2025, 6:00-7:00 p.m. (Virtual Only)
- October 9, 2025, 6:00-7:00 p.m. (Virtual Only)
- November 13, 2025, 6:00-7:00 p.m. (Virtual Only)
Please note: To apply to the program, students must be admitted to the College before applying. This process can take 6-8 weeks. Please click here for more information.
Associate & Bachelor Degrees:
Associate of Science Degree (AS) in Early Childhood Education and Management
Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in Early Childhood Education
Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in Elementary Education
Certificate Programs:
Polk County School District Career Educator Pathways (CEP) Certificate
Mission Statement
The mission of Polk State College’s teacher education programs is to prepare teacher candidates with the knowledge and dispositions to become competent and compassionate professional educators dedicated to serving the diverse cultural, linguistic, and exceptional learning needs of all students.
Polk State College offers a variety of teacher preparation programs for individuals to further their education. Our programs allow teacher candidates to share knowledge and experience in a blended learning environment that includes face-to-face, online, and hybrid classes. Please use the links on this webpage to explore the various education programs available at Polk State.
