FL Introduction to the Teaching Profession

Have you ever watched one of your teachers and thought, “I’d like to do that!” If so, this is the course for you! This course is designed to explore what it takes to be a teacher, whether you work in a classroom, a hospital, or a corporate setting. You’ll learn about the history, purposes, issues, ethics, laws and regulations, roles, and qualifications of teaching. During the course you will participate in a minimum of 20 hours of guided observations and field experiences in multiple settings to help you identify your personal interest in pursuing careers in the field and to identify effective learning environments. You will begin to develop a working portfolio to be assembled and used throughout the program.