Program Information
BS Degree - Code 622400 - Catalog 2024/2025
Donald May, Chair, Education, 386-506-3442, Donald.May@daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The Bachelor of Science in Secondary Biology Education will provide instructional programs that will produce highly qualified, State certified teachers ready for entry in a 6-12 environment. The fundamentals of the program embrace diversity, promote ethics in education, focus on student excellence and teaching and learning through innovative instructional practices.
Description:
This State of Florida approved program fulfills the education courses, professional education competencies, and practical experience required to obtain a five-year Professional Educator's Certificate in Biology Education.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able:
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Demonstrate mastery of the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAP) and Professional Education Competencies (PEC).
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Demonstrate mastery of Reading Competencies 1-2.
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Demonstrate mastery of the Subject Area Competencies (SAC) and Skills for Teacher Certification in Biology Education 6-12.
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Attain additional Uniform Core Curriculum content.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing their FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grants, loans and work programs available see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Additional Admission Requirements
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Conferred Associate of Arts degree from a regionally accredited institution.
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 in all higher education classes.
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Proof of passing scores for at least 2 of the 4 subtests of the FTCE General Knowledge Test (GKT) or proof of a passing score on the FTCE Biology 6-12 Subject Area Examination (SAE). Please contact the School of Education at (386) 506-3770 for additional test preparation resources. Click here for more information or to register for the exam.
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Volusia County Schools Volunteer clearance:
Complete the Volunteer Online Application on the VCS Volunteer/Partnership Program's website at: Volusia County Schools Volunteer
All students who are going to complete their field hours must complete the volunteer application by visiting the district website (access it through any computer or other electronic device) or to complete an application at the Raptor Kiosk (if available at the Volusia school site). Just click on the URL of choice and complete the application. On the third page of the online application, be sure to check the following:
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In the 'Affiliations' column, the box marked 'other' and type in 'DSC Junior Intern'
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In the 'Organizations' column, the box marked 'Daytona State College'
Once submitted, the online application will be re-directed to the VIPS Department for approval. The application will stay on a "hold" queue until the volunteer applicant has visited the Volusia County school of choice and has scanned an ID into the visitor module. Provided that the applicant clears the sexual predator/offender database performed by the Raptor System, then, the application will be approved and an email will be generated by the system that will inform the applicant of their volunteer status.
For questions, please contact Ashorda Foley (386-255-7190 x 38379).
For a list of disqualifying offenses view Florida Statute 1012.315. Please note, the offenses may prevent program completion and future employment within the field of education.
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Bachelor of Science in Education Program application.
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Grade of "C" or higher in the following pre-requisite classes: EDF1005, EEX2010, MAC2311C (4 credits), BSC1010C (4 credits), BSC1011C (4 credits) and one of the following: CHM1045C (4 credits), PHY1053C (4 credits) or PHY2048C (4 credits).
Additional Completion Requirements
- Program specific and prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade 'C' or better.
- Once accepted, students must enroll in and complete a mandatory orientation class (SLS3355L) in their first semester of enrollment.
- Students who have not taken two years of the same foreign language in high school, will need to complete two semesters or 8 credit hours of the same foreign language at the college level to meet the state foreign language requirement to graduate.
- Students must also complete the State mandated 36 hours of general education core prior to graduation: Communications - 9 hrs.; Mathematics - 6 hrs.; Natural Sciences - 6 hrs.; Humanities - 6 hrs.; Social Sciences - 6 hrs.; and Cultural/Global Focus - 3hrs. Please see the General Education requirements for Associates of Arts Degree.
Program Credit Requirements
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AA Degree Program of Study |
60.00 |
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BSED Program Core Credits |
60.00 |
| TOTAL |
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120.00 |
Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.
Program Specific Courses
| SLS3355L | Orientation to Education Programs Lab | 0 |
| TSL3080 | ESOL Issues and Strategies I | 3 |
| EDG4323 | Professional Teaching Practices | 3 |
| EDF4430 | Classroom Assessment | 3 |
| PCB3060 | Introduction to Genetics | 3 |
| PCB3034C | General Ecology and Lab | 4 |
| OCB2000C | Introduction to Marine Biology and Lab | 4 |
| BOT1010C | General Botany and Lab | 4 |
| EME3434 | Integrating Technology into Math and Science | 3 |
| RED3012 | Principles of Reading, Grades 6-12 | 3 |
| EDF4603 | Critical Issues in Classroom Management, Ethics, Law and Safety | 3 |
| PCB3203 | Cell Physiology | 3 |
| SMT4301 | Classroom Interaction in Math and Science Teaching | 3 |
| BOT3151 | Flora of Central Florida | 3 |
| EEX4242 | Teaching Exceptional Students in Secondary Schools | 3 |
| EEX4601 | Behavior Management | 3 |
| EDF4943 | Student Internship | 9 |
| ESE4945 | Internship Seminar | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 60
Sample Program of Study
The courses listed in the first two years of the Sample Program of Study are recommendations. The Bachelor of Science in Secondary Biology Education is a 2+2 program and full admittance into the program cannot be granted until the completion of all prerequisite courses and special admission requirements.
Year 1
1st Semester
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
| BSC1010C | General Biology I (For Science Majors) and Lab | 4 |
| SLS1122 | Managing Your Success | 3 |
| PSY1012 | General Psychology | 3 |
| EDF1005 | Introduction to the Teaching Profession | 3 |
BSC1010C, EDF1005: This course is a prerequisite for admission into the program. All prerequisite courses require a grade of "C" or higher.
2nd Semester
BSC1011C: This course is a prerequisite for admission into the program. All prerequisite courses require a grade of "C" or higher.
Year 2
1st Semester
| SPC2608 | Oral Communications/Research/Presentation Skills | 3 |
| CHM1045C | General College Chemistry I and Lab | 4 |
| MAC1140 | Pre-Calculus Algebra | 3 |
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| REL2300 | World Religion | 3 |
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| WOH2012 | World History Before 1500 | 3 |
| OR | |
| WOH2022 | World History After 1500 | 3 |
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| EEX2010 | Introduction to Special Education | 3 |
CHM1045C, EEX2010: This course is a prerequisite for admission into the program. All prerequisite courses require a grade of "C" or higher.
2nd Semester
| ECO2013 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| OR | |
| ECO2023 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
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| CHM1046C | General College Chemistry II and Lab | 4 |
| MAC2311C | Calculus I and Lab | 4 |
MAC2311C: This course is a prerequisite for admission into the program. All prerequisite courses require a grade of "C" or higher.
Both CHM1045C (required) and CHM1046C (recommended) require a one credit lab component. CHM1046C is not a requirement for admission into the Secondary Biology Education program at Daytona State College; however, this course is recommended as a part of the AA degree to enhance the overall science background of the secondary teacher.
Year 3
Select courses may not be offered in every semester. It is strongly recommended that students meet with an advisor within the College of Education to ensure appropriate scheduling of classes to stay on track toward graduation.
Apply for Admission to BS Program
After completion of the first two years and receipt of AA degree, students must apply for admission into the Bachelor of Science in Biology Education program and complete all other admission requirements. Additionally, students must earn a "C" or higher in all BS program courses and maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher throughout the duration of the program.
1st Semester
| SLS3355L | Orientation to Education Programs Lab | 0 |
| TSL3080 | ESOL Issues and Strategies I | 3 |
| EDG4323 | Professional Teaching Practices | 3 |
| EDF4430 | Classroom Assessment | 3 |
| EEX4242 | Teaching Exceptional Students in Secondary Schools | 3 |
| PCB3034C | General Ecology and Lab | 4 |
2nd Semester
| PCB3060 | Introduction to Genetics | 3 |
| OCB2000C | Introduction to Marine Biology and Lab | 4 |
| BOT1010C | General Botany and Lab | 4 |
| EME3434 | Integrating Technology into Math and Science | 3 |
| RED3012 | Principles of Reading, Grades 6-12 | 3 |
Year 4
1st Semester
| EDF4603 | Critical Issues in Classroom Management, Ethics, Law and Safety | 3 |
| PCB3203 | Cell Physiology | 3 |
| SMT4301 | Classroom Interaction in Math and Science Teaching | 3 |
| BOT3151 | Flora of Central Florida | 3 |
| EEX4601 | Behavior Management | 3 |
2nd Semester
EDF4943 and ESE4945: In order to be eligible for enrollment in Senior Internship courses, students are required to complete all program courses in addition to passing the General Knowledge Test (GKT), Professional Education Test (PEd) and the Subject Area Exam (SAE) aligned to program major. If tests are not passed by scheduled internship date, or if a student willingly postpones scheduled internship, successful completion of a Senior Internship Extension Plan (SIEP) will be required to enroll in Senior Internship for the subsequent semester. The SIEP will be approved by School of Education and will be designed to support students with a timeline and resources to pass the required FTCE exams or to address specific student needs.All requirements (program course completion, internship completion, and passing of FTCE exams) must be met in order to complete and graduate from an education program. Depending upon the county of internship, students may need to be fingerprinted with a Level 2 background check, and/or may also need to complete a drug screening.
Note: Sequence of courses may vary. Check catalog course descriptions for requisite requirements.