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Online Bachelor of Arts Degree in Career & Technical Studies
Education Specialization
INSTITUTION INFORMATION Institutional Accreditation: Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools Program Accreditation: National
Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education Institutional
Membership(s): SOC PROGRAM DETAILS Program Information: Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor's Enrollment: 60 seats total Application Deadline: Open How
Students and Instructors Communicate: E-mail, Online Assignment
Submission, Threaded Discussion Board, Video, simulations Subject:
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
METHOD OF COURSE INSTRUCTION
- The program is delivered primarily through
internet
Supplemental delivery formats include internet
This course uses Desire2Learn
DESCRIPTION
- The Career and Technical Studies Specialization is an NCATE
approved program that offers training in Vocational Program
Development and Vocational Teacher Education. The Program
Development Specialization is designed to prepare students to plan,
supervise, conduct, and evaluate training programs in business,
industry, and government. The Career and Technical
Studies/Vocational Teacher Education Specialization offers training
in vocational program development and vocational teacher education.
The teacher education sequence prepares students to work in
vocational high schools.
SPECIAL ENROLLMENT ISSUES
- This program covers the 60 semester hours of upper division
course work. Students should have completed an AA or AS degree prior
to application to this program. UWF has an articulation agreement
with Florida Community College at Jacksonville (FCCJ) who offers the
lower 60 semester hours online. Local school districts grant
vocational certification in Florida. This program will assist you in
gaining certification, but you must first consult the district in
which you wish to obtain certification to determine their exact
requirements.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
- UWF has designed our online courses so that students can fully
access the course materials with a 56K dial-up Internet connection.
At the same time, UWF courses include interactive materials to
improve student learning and retention. For this reason we strongly
recommend that students use a broadband (DSL or cable) Internet
connection. With high speed Internet access you will have more time
to devote to your studies and spend less time waiting for a file to
open or download. For more information on technical requirements,
visit our web site.
ACCESS TO LEARNING RESOURCES
- Being a "Student-Centered University" isn't just a slogan with
us. Here at UWF, we focus on YOUR needs so that YOU can focus on
your education. In this section of the Online Campus, you will be
introduced to the many electronic services available to you and who
to contact if you need assistance. Help Desk Support: We know that
technical support is critical to our online students. The Help Desk
is available 24/7 to assist you with your user accounts and other
technical issues. helpdesk@uwf.edu Navigation Guide: The Navigation
Guide is designed to provide directional assistance and information
regarding registration and related services at the University of
West Florida. Most services, including course offerings, are
available online from any web-enabled computer. LightHouse:
LightHouse is your gateway to the many student services at UWF, and
is available to you as soon as you apply to the University. ArgoNet:
ArgoNet is your unique UWF identification for services such as
e-mail, Internet connectivity via University dial-up lines,
centralized file storage, web page hosting, the Argus web portal,
and your eLearning courses. Argus: Argus is our secure web portal
where you will access not only your personal and enrollment
information, but also your eLearning courses, student news and
events. NAUTILUS Card: This is your UWF identification card needed
for library access and which also can be used for student discounts
and as photo identification. John C. Pace Library: As a UWF student,
you will have access to our library's many resources as well as
access to 14.000 titles on netLibrary. The library can be reached at
850-474-2462, via email and online. OWL: Online Writing Lab is
available to assist online students with paper and term paper
readings. The request link is located within the eLearning system.
Bookstore: Textbooks, supplies and UWF merchandise are all available
online through our Bookstore. The bookstore phone number is (850)
474-2150
ACCESS TO FINANCIAL AID RESOURCES
- Fee Waiver Availability. Waivers to cover the out-of-state
portion of assessed tuition and fees are available for qualified
students enrolled in this online program. Note: Waivers must be
requested and eligibility confirmed every semester � renewal of
waivers is NOT automatic. For more information or to apply for the
waiver, visit the Online Campus website. Students may also be
eligible for financial aid. The Financial Aid Office (FAO) is
located in Building 18. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST,
Monday - Friday. The telephone number is (850) 474-2400. The purpose
of the Financial Aid Office is to help eligible students meet
educational costs while attending UWF. Understanding the financial
aid process is critical. You probably have many questions about what
you can expect and what is expected of you. You will find many of
your answers on the website, and you can get answers to questions
through direct interaction with the financial aid staff at UWF. You
may email the financial aid office at finaid@uwf.edu
SPECIAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
- None
SPECIAL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- None
ACCESS TO ADVISING/MENTORING SERVICES
- For more information on this program, please contact Dr. Holmes
at (850) 474-2890 or email at: wholmesb@uwf.edu or Dr. White (850)
474-3395 or email at: jwhite@uwf.edu. In addition, UWF has eCoaches
to help mentor online students and answer non-course related
questions. The eCoach can be contacted at: ecoach@uwf.edu
SPECIAL TRANSFER POLICIES
- This program covers the 60 semester hours of upper division
course work. Students should have completed an AA or AS degree prior
to application to this program. UWF has an articulation agreement
with Florida Community College at Jacksonville (FCCJ) who offers the
lower 60 semester hours online.
SPECIAL ENROLLMENT ISSUES
- UWF has eCoaches to help mentor online students and answer
non-course related questions. The eCoach can be contacted at:
ecoach@uwf.edu
SPECIAL ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS
- None
SPECIAL PROGRAM PREREQUISITES
- None
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
- Completion of this program will result in a degree in vocational
teacher education. This is not, however, a Florida department of
education approved teacher education program. Certification in
vocational education in Florida is granted by local districts. In
selecting fields, you may quality for state certification through
courses counting, i.e. Business teaching and marketing education.
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