The Florida Teacher Certification Examinations, or FTCE, are a set of tests developed with the purpose of certifying that all teacher candidates demonstrate the necessary content and pedagogical knowledge to effectively educate students in the State of Florida.
The Florida Educational Leadership Examination, or FELE, is a test developed to ensure that all school administrator candidates demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively lead in Florida’s schools.
We recommend arriving at least fifteen minutes before your appointment time.
You must provide an acceptable and not-expired form of government-issued photo identification with signature, webcam photo, and e-signature verification before beginning an assessment. Read our Rules and Procedures.
If you are seeking to request disability-related accommodations you can get more information on Pearson’s Alternative Arrangements.
Additional Information
The Office of Postsecondary Assessment at the Florida Department of Education is responsible for all aspects of the FTCE and FELE, including developing, administering, scoring, and reporting the results.
The Department develops and administers the FTCE and FELE examinations in partnership with its contractor, Pearson. Beginning in October 2007, Pearson assumed responsibility for the FTCE/FELE test administration, scoring, and reporting activities.
You may find more information about these tests, including scoring and reporting at the FTCE/FELE Facts webpage.
Get information about the specific tests here. If you have questions about taking the test, contact FTCE/FELE Customer service.
Here you may find resources available for every test in the FTCE/FELE program.
FTCE/FELE Customer Service
Mail:
FTCE/FELE Customer Service
Evaluation Systems
Pearson
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Amherst, MA 01004-9018
(866) 613-3281
FTCE/FELE Email Communication
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