
TeachFlorence1
About
TeachFlorence1 is an alternative teaching pathway to South Carolina teacher certification for motivated, professional and thoughtful individuals who are committed to improving the lives of children.
- School District
- Florence

Certification-only
Alternative Certification Program
Program Info
Upcoming Deadlines
Deadlines
Program Start
Jun. 30, 2026
Summer
Get Deadline Reminders
Application Fee & Annual Tuition
Learn how to get$100 Back
and apply for a$1000 Scholarship
$1,500
In State Tuition
$1,500
Out of State Tuition
$0
Application Fee
Ways to Lower Your Costs
Students at TeachFlorence1 have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with TeachFlorence1 to see if you can, too!
$4,000
Grant
Florence 1 Schools will cover over $4,000 of your tuition costs.
$62.50 per paycheck
Payroll Deduction
To pay your part of the yearly tuition, Florence 1 Schools will deduct $62.50 per paycheck throughout the year.
$1,500
Loan Forgiveness
Your annual cost is $1,500. However, if you meet all program requirements for the year, the district will reimburse the full amount each August.
Full Salary
Working While Still Enrolled
You will serve as the full-time teacher of record in Florence 1 Schools. In this role, you will receive the full salary of a certified teacher.
Certifications
Business / Marketing 9-12
Early Childhood (Birth-Grade 3)
Economics 9-12
Elementary Education 2-6
English Language Arts 5-8
English Language Arts 9-12
French Pre-K-12
Geography 9-12
Government 9-12
History 9-12
Mathematics 9-12
Mathematics: Middle Level (grades 5-8)
Music Pre-K-12
Science 9-12
Science: Chemistry (grades 9-12)
Science: Earth and Space Science (grades 9-12)
Science: General Science: Middle Level (grades 5-8)
Science: Physics (grade 9-12)
Social Studies 9-12
