Elementary Education [Teacher] Preparation, AA with Designation

Additional information available on the Education Department website.

Recommended basic skills courses are

• College Reading & Writing Literacy
• College Quantitative Literacy

Elementary Education Teacher Preparation allows students to complete a transferable associate of arts degree preparing them for transfer to a four-year college or university in Colorado where they can complete their bachelor’s degree and teaching credential in two additional years. Students identify a major and transfer institution prior to enrolling for courses and must meet with their faculty advisor before registering for classes to insure transferability of courses to their chosen institution/major.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Elementary Education Teacher Preparation degree program, students should be able to:

• Discuss the historical, social, political, philosophical, cultural, and economic forces that shape the United States public school system
• Compare and contrast teaching strategies and approaches appropriate to students of diverse needs, abilities, and backgrounds
• Define and establish goals for their own teaching careers