Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs (AA-T)
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ASSOCIATE IN ARTS FOR TRANSFER (AA-T)
For students who are interested in the field of education, seeking to transfer to earn an elementary education teaching credential and/or an education specialist credential (i.e., special education credential), or seeking to develop critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills.
(Formerly Elementary Teacher Education AA-T)
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate foundational subject-matter knowledge necessary for successful transfer into a CSU teacher preparation program and future K–8 teaching.
- Students will demonstrate clear communication and critical thinking skills expected of developing educators.
- Students will describe inclusive and culturally responsive approaches that support diverse K–8 learners, including multilingual students and those receiving special education services.
Program Requirements
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core (26-26.5) | ||
| EDEL 200 | Introduction to the Teaching Profession | 3.0 |
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3.0 |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing | 4.0-4.5 |
| or ENGL C1000E | Academic Reading and Writing | |
| POLS C1000 | American Government and Politics | 3.0 |
| HIST C1001 | United States History to 1877 | 3.0 |
| CDEV C1000 | Child Growth and Development | 3.0 |
| BIOL 120 | Introduction To Biological Science | 4.0 |
| HIST 245 | World Civilization from Antiquity to 1500 | 3.0 |
| or ENGL C1002 | Introduction to Literature | |
| or ENGL 222 | Children's Literature | |
| Subtotal | 26-26.5 | |
| List A: Select one (3-4 units) | 3.0-4.0 | |
| Introduction To Earth Science (4) | ||
| Physical Science for Elementary School Teachers (3) | ||
| Introductory Chemistry (4) | ||
or PHYS 100 | Elementary Physics | |
| List B: Select one (3 units) | 3.0 | |
| Introduction to World Art (3) | ||
| Dance Appreciation (3) | ||
or DANC 101 | History of Dance | |
| Music Appreciation (3) | ||
| Introduction to the Theatre (3) | ||
| List C: Select one: (1-3 Units) | 1.0-3.0 | |
| Mathematics for Elementary Teachers (3) | ||
| Teaching and Learning in Elementary School (1) | ||
| Introduction to Special Education in K-8 Settings (1) | ||
| Introduction To Educational Technology (3) | ||
| Critical Thinking and Academic Literacy (3) | ||
| Total Units | 33-36.5 | |
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS FOR TRANSFER DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
- Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. (Some majors may require a higher GPA. Students should consult with a counselor for more information.)
- Completion of the major with a grade of "C" or better in each course or a "P" if the course was taken on a Pass/No Pass basis and the "P" is equal to a "C" or better.
- Completion of the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
Note: The CSU GE (California State University General Education-Breadth) or IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum) pattern may be used in some cases; please see a counselor for details.