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B.S. in Computer Science Education (K-12) — Informational Webinar

Learn about the USF College of Education's fully online undergraduate B.S. in Computer Science Education (K-12) — a pathway to initial Florida teacher certification beginning Fall 2026.

Zafer UnalZ. Unal
Nithin PalyamN. Palyam
Event:Event Date/Time: Jul 5, 2026 5:00 PM EDT Duration: 1h 30min Event Completed
About this event

Join this Informational Webinar to learn about the B.S. in Computer Science Education (K-12) at the University of South Florida, College of Education — a fully online undergraduate degree preparing future teachers to deliver high-quality computer science instruction across grade levels and earn initial Florida teacher certification.

Hosted and facilitated by the USF College of Education, the program features 10 specialized computer science courses (30 credits) aligned with FTCE Computer Science K–12 exam competencies, ensuring comprehensive preparation for state certification. The program begins Fall 2026.

  • 120 credit hours — full B.S. degree leading to initial Florida teacher certification in Computer Science K–12
  • 10 specialized CS courses aligned to all FTCE Computer Science K–12 exam competencies
  • Free AI-powered FTCE test preparation platform included for all enrolled students
  • 100% online with clinical education and field experience requirements
  • Fall 2026 program start — final application deadline June 1, 2026
  • Prepare to teach computational thinking, programming, and CS across K–12 grade levels
Who Should Attend?
Pre-Service Teachers Undergraduate Students K-20 Teachers High School Teachers Middle School Teachers Elementary Teachers
What You'll Learn
  • Learn about the B.S. in Computer Science Education (K-12) program structure, courses, and certification pathway
  • Understand the 10 specialized CS courses aligned to FTCE Computer Science K–12 exam competencies
  • Discover the free AI-powered FTCE test preparation platform included for all enrolled students
  • Explore career opportunities for certified K-12 CS teachers across elementary, middle, and high school
  • Get answers to admission questions and next steps for Fall 2026 enrollment
Event Details & Highlights
Event Highlights
  • Certificate of Attendance
  • Live Q&A
  • Chat Enabled
  • Teacher Training
  • Expert Presenters
  • Beginner Friendly
Agenda

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Included Materials

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Frequently Asked Questions

The program begins Fall 2026, with classes starting August 24, 2026. Spring 2027 enrollment is also available, with classes beginning January 11, 2027.

Yes. The program is 100% online with asynchronous course delivery for maximum flexibility. Clinical education and field experience requirements are completed in a local K-12 setting.

Students must pass three FTCE exams during their final internship to earn initial Florida teacher certification in Computer Science K-12: the FTCE General Knowledge, FTCE Professional Education, and FTCE Computer Science K-12.

The final application deadline for Fall 2026 is June 1, 2026. All required documents (transcripts, etc.) must be submitted to USF by June 15, 2026. Classes begin August 24, 2026.

Yes — all enrolled students receive free access to the USF AI-powered FTCE test preparation platform. It includes comprehensive study content for all three FTCE exams, interactive quizzes, full-length practice exams, performance tracking, and 24/7 AI-supported study assistance at no additional cost.

Contact Program Lead Zafer Unal at unal@usf.edu or call (813) 974-2011. The program is housed in the USF College of Education, Tampa, FL 33620.
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Zafer Unal
Zafer Unal
Professor & Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies · University of South Florida

Educator, entrepreneur, and AI enthusiast. Dr. Zafer Unal combines higher education leadership with technology innovation to create impactful learning solutions.

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Nithin Palyam
Nithin Palyam
Research Assistant · University of South Florida

Computer engineering graduate student with expertise in computer hardware, software systems, and programming languages including Java, C++, Python, and C#. Experienced in full-stack development, data…

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