Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs for Transfer (AA-T)
Students completing the Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs for Transfer will be able to seamlessly transfer in the CSU system to pursue a baccalaureate degree in Liberal Arts and an Elementary Teacher Education Credential. Students completing this degree will have an introductory foundation for the field of Elementary Teacher Education through of the study of facts, principles and theories in the arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, biological and physical sciences, mathematics, English composition and literature and communication studies. Students will acquire skills and abilities in multiple disciplines, explore how knowledge across disciplines can be connected, analyze and evaluate ideas using the tools of critical thinking, and demonstrate effective communication skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate professional interpersonal, verbal communication and written skills.
- Demonstrate an introductory subject matter competency and knowledge of integrated studies commonly taught in elementary schools.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to practice by reflecting on classroom observations and learning experiences to summarize their practical understanding of the teaching profession.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the current issues in elementary education.
- Articulate awareness, respect, sensitivity, and understanding needed for teaching in a diverse, local and global society
- Clarify and articulate career goals of becoming a teacher.
Transfer & Career Opportunities
This Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs for Transfer (AA-T) Degree is intended to meet the lower division requirements for Liberal Studies for all CSU campuses. Students planning to transfer to institutions other than the CSU are encouraged to consult ASSIST.org and a COS counselor for program planning and course selection. Most common career opportunities with a baccalaureate degree include: classroom aide, substitute teaching, museum education, not-for-profit, preparation for teaching credential program.
| Code | Title | Units |
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| GENERAL EDUCATION | 34 | |
| Select the following General Education pattern: | ||
California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) | ||
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| REQUIRED MAJOR COURSES | 44-45 | |
| ART 001 | Art Appreciation * | 3 |
| or DRAM 001 | Introduction to the Theatre | |
| or MUS 010 | Music Appreciation | |
| BIOL 020 | Frontiers in Biology * | 4 |
| CHLD 039 | Child Growth and Development * | 3 |
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking * | 3 |
| EDUC 050 | Introduction to Teaching | 3 |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing * | 4 |
| ESCI 001 | Introduction to Earth Science | 4 |
| HIST 017 | People of the US to 1877 * | 3 |
| HIST 025 | World History to 1500 | 3 |
| or ENGL 004 | Composition and Literature | |
| MATH 010 | Structure and Concepts 1 | 4 |
| MATH 011 | Structures and Concepts 2 | 3-4 |
| or GEOG 002 | World Regional Geography | |
| or LING 111 | Introduction to Language | |
| or NSCI 131 | Chemistry and Physics for Educators | |
| POLS C1000 | American Government and Politics * | 3 |
| PSCI 020 | Physical Science * | 4 |
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| ELECTIVES | 6-7 | |
Select additional transferable courses numbered 1-199 to achieve 60 units if students have not already used it above. It is recommended that students take EDUC 120 to fulfill the elective requirements. | ||
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| TOTAL | 60 | |
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Course(s) meets General Education requirement and up to 25 units may be double counted above.
The Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer requirements include completion of the 60 unit program defined above with at least 12 units taken in residence at College of the Sequoias with a "C" (2.0) average and a "C" or better grade in all required major and unrestricted electives courses (see Transfer Information and Requirements section for additional details).