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Physical Education
PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Turn your love of sports and physical fitness into a career. With a degree in physical education, you can help kids develop athletic skills, a love of teamwork and leadership qualities.

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THE RIVER…

Can help prepare you for a career as a coach or physical education teacher

Has dozens of scholarships available for education majors
AVAILABLE PROGRAM
Associate in Arts – General

Associate in Arts – General

Associate’s Degree

Credits or Hours: 32

With your associate’s degree, you can teach in preschools or as a teaching assistant in grade schools. After you complete your associate’s degree, you can also continue in a bachelor’s degree program at Indian River State College or another Florida public university — which will prepare you to teach at the K-12 level.

With your bachelor’s degree, you will be qualified to teach as a physical education instructor or coach in schools or other instructional settings.

Degree Requirements and Courses

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

At Indian River State College, our students who study Physical Education can go into these careers:

WE’RE HERE TO HELP

For more information about our program, contact us or request more information to talk to one of our admissions counselors.

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Kim Runge

kchamble@irsc.edu

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APPLY TO THE RIVER

Discover what’s possible at Indian River State College. When you’re ready, our simple application process is here to help you take the next step.

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PAYING FOR COLLEGE

We’re here to help you understand your options. From financial aid to scholarships and affordable tuition, The River is committed to making college accessible for everyone.

Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

VISIT CAMPUS

Experience the energy of campus life for yourself. Schedule a tour to explore our facilities, meet students and staff, and discover what makes The River an incredible place to learn and grow.

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April 23, 2025
Elementary and Secondary Education
ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

Begin or advance your career as a teacher or principal. Educators are in demand on the Treasure Coast, especially in math, science, exceptional student education and bilingual education.

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THE RIVER HAS…

A 100% job placement rate for Bachelor of Science in Education graduates

The best online bachelor’s degree in elementary education

Dozens of scholarships available for education majors
AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
Associate in Arts – General
Associate in Arts – General
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with Reading and ESOL Endorsements
Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education with Reading and ESOL Endorsements
Bachelor of Science in Middle Grades Mathematics Education
Education Autism Endorsement
Add-On Reading Endorsement

Associate in Arts – General

Associate’s Degree

Credits or Hours: 36

Take the courses you need to qualify as a teaching assistant in public or private high schools. Or, after you complete your associate’s degree, you can continue in a bachelor’s degree program at Indian River State College or another Florida public university — which will prepare you to teach at the high school level.

Requirements and Courses

Associate in Arts – General

Associate’s Degree

Credits or Hours: 36

With your associate’s degree in elementary and special education, you can teach preschool or work as a teaching assistant in a public or private school. Or, after you complete your associate’s degree, you can continue in a bachelor’s degree program at Indian River State College or another Florida public university.

Requirements and Courses

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with Reading and ESOL Endorsements

Bachelor’s Degree

Location: Online

Credits or Hours: 120

This program includes multiple field experience requirements in Florida schools.

Description: Help children build a foundation that will help them become successful in their futures. This program will prepare you to teach elementary school students with a focus on literacy and learning English as a second language.

Degree Requirements and Courses

Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education with Reading and ESOL Endorsements

Bachelor’s Degree

Location: Online

Credits or Hours: 121

Learn how to help every child succeed in the classroom. This program prepares you to work with students in grades K-12 who have various learning needs, with a focus on literacy and learning English as a second language.

Funding is available for paraprofessionals or teacher’s assistants in this program through the Florida Department of Education.

Requirements and Courses

Bachelor of Science in Middle Grades Mathematics Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Credits or Hours: 120

This program includes multiple field experience requirements in Florida schools.

Work with children to build confidence and skills in math. With your degree in middle grade math education, you will be prepared to teach multiple grades and levels.

Requirements and Courses

Education Autism Endorsement

Certificates of Professional Preparation

Credits or Hours: 36

The education autism endorsement program is only open to students who are already certified in exceptional student education.

Get a deeper understanding of autism spectrum disorders and how you help meet the needs of students with autism.

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Add-On Reading Endorsement

Certificates of Professional Preparation

Credits or Hours: 11

The add-on reading endorsement is designed for teachers who need to complete a reading endorsement for their professional or temporary teaching certificate.

Requirements and Courses

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What Alumni Say

“The program was perfect for students like me. I was working two jobs, and my wife, Lindsey, and I had recently welcomed our first daughter.”

Brennan Murphy ’23, B.S.
Exceptional Student Education

Education Autism Endorsement

Get a deeper understanding of autism spectrum disorders and how you can help meet the needs of students with autism.

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Educator Preparation Institute

If you already have a bachelor’s degree, take advantage of our fast track to a teaching career in the Educator Preparation Institute.

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WE’RE HERE TO HELP

For more information about our elementary and secondary education program, contact us or request more information to talk to one of our admissions counselors.

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Emily Renschler
Elementary Education
erenschl@irsc.edu

Dr. Kim Zgonc
Exceptional Student Education
kzgonc@irsc.edu

Dr. Robin Zide
Middle Grades Math
rzide@irsc.edu

Molly Lalla
EPI
mlalla@irsc.edu

NEXT STEPS

APPLY TO THE RIVER

Discover what’s possible at Indian River State College. When you’re ready, our simple application process is here to help you take the next step.

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PAYING FOR COLLEGE

We’re here to help you understand your options. From financial aid to scholarships and affordable tuition, The River is committed to making college accessible for everyone.

Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

VISIT CAMPUS

Experience the energy of campus life for yourself. Schedule a tour to explore our facilities, meet students and staff, and discover what makes The River an incredible place to learn and grow.

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April 23, 2025
Early Childhood Education
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Help the youngest among us grow and learn as an early childhood educator. Explore our programs and courses focused on children’s physical, emotional and social development.

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THE RIVER CAN HELP YOU…

Start or advance your career in early childhood education

Prepare for further degrees and certifications in education
AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Education
Preschool Specialization
Child Care Center Management Specialization
Child Development and Early Intervention

Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education

Associate’s Degree

Credits or Hours: 60

Indian River State College offers a number of different degrees and certificates leading to professional licensure in the state of Florida. Some professions require both a degree and the successful completion of additional criteria such as licensure exams, field placements or clinical hours. Student eligibility to apply to sit for the DCF introductory child care training is based on educational credentials or passing of competency examinations in the State of Florida as defined in s. 402.305(2), F.S. Requirements also include possession of a valid form of identification and a Social Security number. Visit the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) website to ensure your eligibility.

Prepare for a career working with small children in schools and care centers. Explore topics such as child development, running a child care center, health and safety and early educational principles. After you complete your associate’s degree, you can continue in a bachelor’s degree program at Indian River State College or another Florida public university.

Degree Requirements and Courses

Early Childhood Education

Career and Technical Education Programs

Credits or Hours: 600

The early childhood education career training program incorporates courses on child development, laws and regulations, training for specific roles, and principles of caring for children from birth through eight years old.

Requirements and Courses

Preschool Specialization

Technical Certificate

Credits or Hours: 12

Our preschool specialization program will teach you how to provide the best care for preschool children in home-based or childcare centers. Courses in this program include growth and development, creating a safe and healthy learning environment, and legal and professional responsibilities.

Requirements and Courses

Child Care Center Management Specialization

Technical Certificate

Credits or Hours: 12

Disclaimer: Before you can enroll in this program, you must have completed the preschool specialization program.

Prepare to own or run your own child care center. Our child care center management specialization certificate will teach you how to manage a quality child care program effectively. This program is designed to benefit anyone who works or plans to work in child care, including those who are already working with small children and those entering the field from another career.

Requirements and Courses

Child Development and Early Intervention

Technical Certificate

Credits or Hours: 36

The child development and early intervention certificate is the first step towards a career in early childhood education and care. This program combines courses in early childhood education, childcare center management and childhood health.

Requirements and Courses

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INFO SESSIONS AND EVENTS

Join us for live info sessions and learn more about The River’s programs.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

At Indian River State College, our students who study Early Childhood Education can go into these careers:

WE’RE HERE TO HELP

For more information about our early childhood education program, contact us or request more information to talk to one of our admissions counselors.

Request Info

Kim Runge
kchamble@irsc.edu

NEXT STEPS

APPLY TO THE RIVER

Discover what’s possible at Indian River State College. When you’re ready, our simple application process is here to help you take the next step.

Start Your Application

PAYING FOR COLLEGE

We’re here to help you understand your options. From financial aid to scholarships and affordable tuition, The River is committed to making college accessible for everyone.

Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

VISIT CAMPUS

Experience the energy of campus life for yourself. Schedule a tour to explore our facilities, meet students and staff, and discover what makes The River an incredible place to learn and grow.

Schedule a Tour
April 23, 2025
Carpentry
CARPENTRY

The Treasure Coast is one of the country’s fastest-growing regions, which means it’s an exciting time for residential construction. Gain the carpentry skills you need to enter the field with our hands-on program.

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THIS PROGRAM WILL…

Introduce you to fundamental tool operation and safety and blueprint reading

Help you develop the skills needed for site preparation, framing, and installation of doors, windows and other components

Prepare you for entry-level positions in building construction, such as bench or rough carpenter
AVAILABLE PROGRAM
Carpentry

Carpentry

Career and Technical Education Programs

Credits or Hours: 1200

Offered in partnership with the Treasure Coast Builders’ Association, this hands-on residential carpentry program provides foundational skills and knowledge you need for entry-level positions in the building construction industry.

What You Will Learn

In Introduction to Carpentry, you’ll learn the basics: manual and power tools, safety practices, blueprint reading, and simple math. Then, through three additional courses, you will explore aspects of the carpentry trade such as:

Building materials

Fasteners and hardware

Exterior coverings and trims

Interior doors, walls, and ceiling coverings

Framing

Roof trusses

Doors, windows, and stairs

Rigging and scaffolding

Hurricane code compliance

After successfully completing the program, you’ll be qualified for many roles on a residential job site. As you gain experience as a carpenter, you could move up into leadership positions such as foreman, estimator or project manager.

Degree Requirements and Courses

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INFO SESSIONS AND EVENTS

Join us for live info sessions and learn more about The River’s programs.

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Career Services

We’re available to help you explore professional opportunities in your chosen field—from the job search to interview preparation.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

At Indian River State College, our students who study Carpentry can go into these careers:

QUESTIONS ABOUT CARPENTRY?

Learn more about how The River can prepare you for a successful career in the skilled trades. Reach out for information or speak to an admissions counselor.

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NEXT STEPS

APPLY TO THE RIVER

Discover what’s possible at Indian River State College. When you’re ready, our simple application process is here to help you take the next step.

Start Your Application

PAYING FOR COLLEGE

We’re here to help you understand your options. From financial aid to scholarships and affordable tuition, The River is committed to making college accessible for everyone.

Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

VISIT CAMPUS

Experience the energy of campus life for yourself. Schedule a tour to explore our facilities, meet students and staff, and discover what makes The River an incredible place to learn and grow.

Schedule a Tour
September 25, 2024