The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Teacher Education program at UCF prepares you to become a certified secondary education teacher and give middle and high school students the support they need to reach their full potential. If you already hold a bachelor’s degree in a non-education field, this master’s in teaching degree offers a direct pathway into teaching through a state-approved teacher certification program.
\r\nAs you move through this graduate teacher education program, you’ll learn from expert faculty with real-world experience in grades 6 –12 classrooms as you build essential knowledge and skills in classroom management, student assessment, and effective instructional strategies for various learners, including English language learners. You’ll also develop subject-matter expertise by choosing a specialization in core areas of secondary education, such as mathematics, art, science or, English language arts — strengthening your preparation for teaching opportunities.
\r\nA defining feature of this MAT degree is the two-semester internship, where you’ll gain sustained, real-world teaching experience. You’ll work alongside experienced mentor teachers, receive continuous feedback and gradually take on full classroom responsibility. This extended internship also allows you to develop strong professional connections.
\r\nBy successfully completing this state-approved initial teacher preparation program — including a two-semester internship with an on-the-job option, professional portfolio and passing scores on the Florida Teacher Certification Examination — you’ll meet Florida certification requirements and graduate ready to lead your own classroom.
\r\nThis program prepares students for state-regulated professional licensure or certification. For more information on how this program may prepare you in that regard, please view the licensure disclosure for the Teacher Education MAT program.
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\r\nEnglish Language Arts Education with ESOL and Reading Endorsement: The fully online English Language Arts Education (ELA) track prepares you for certification to teach ELA in grades 6-12. With guidance from expert faculty, you’ll earn ESOL and Reading endorsements, develop evidence-based literacy instruction skills, and gain real-world experience through applied practice. Graduates are equipped to support various learners, integrate digital and AI-enhanced instruction, and lead engaging ELA classrooms.
\r\nMathematics Education: The Mathematics Education track prepares you for certification to teach mathematics in grades 6–12. This program combines content knowledge with evidence-based teaching practices and includes field experiences — all to support effective instruction for a range of learners.
\r\nMiddle School Mathematics Education: The Middle School Mathematics Education track prepares you for certification to teach mathematics in grades 5–9. This program integrates mathematical content knowledge, pedagogical training, and field experiences to help you engage middle school learners and support their academic success.
\r\nMiddle School Science Education: The Middle School Science Education track prepares you for certification to teach science in grades 5–9. Through hands-on labs, inquiry-based instruction and field experiences, you’ll build content knowledge and teaching expertise needed to engage middle school students in scientific thinking and discovery.
\r\nScience Education, Biology: The Science Education – Biology track prepares you for certification to teach biology in grades 6–12. Through hands-on labs, simulations and modeling tools, you’ll develop strong content knowledge and effective teaching practices guided by expert faculty and supported by practical field experiences.
\r\nScience Education, Chemistry: The Science Education – Chemistry track prepares you for certification to teach chemistry in grades 6–12. Combining chemistry content with evidence-based teaching strategies, this track includes hands-on labs, inquiry-driven instruction, and real-world field experiences to help you foster scientific thinking and student engagement.
\r\nScience Education, Physics: The Science Education – Physics track prepares you for certification to teach physics in grades 6–12. Through hands-on labs, simulations and modeling tools, you’ll develop the instructional strategies, pedagogical knowledge and content expertise needed to teach complex concepts using engaging, inquiry-based approaches.
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The Master of Arts in Teaching graduate program was created to allow individuals who are not certified to teach to become effective, certified teachers of secondary content areas.
Students in the Mathematics Education and Science Education tracks may be eligible for Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) grant. Please see this website for more information.
This program prepares students for state-regulated professional licensure or certification. For more information on how this program may prepare you in that regard, please view the licensure disclosure for the Teacher Education MAT program.
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The MAT program offers tracks in 10 secondary content areas: Art Education, English Education, Mathematics Education, Middle School Mathematics Education, Science Education-Biology, Science Education-Chemistry, Science Education-Physics, Science Education-Middle School, Social Science Education, and World Languages Education. Please scroll to the bottom of this page for further details on these Tracks. Graduation from this state-approved MAT includes the successful completion of a 6-hour internship, submission of a comprehensive portfolio, and passing scores on all sections of the Florida Teacher Certification Examination. The Master of Arts in Teaching admits in summer and fall terms only.
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This program prepares students for state-regulated professional licensure or certification. For more information on how this program may prepare you in that regard, please view the licensure disclosure for the Teacher Education MAT program.
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