CATALOG: AA&S Transfer Degree: Teacher Education Specialization (Pre-K-8)
Length: 4 Semesters
Purpose
The Associate of Arts and Sciences Transfer Degree, Teacher Education Specialization Program is designed for students who are interested in teacher education, specifically in grades Pre-Kindergarten through grade 8 to test the academic field in which they will be working. They will also have the courses required by numerous four-year institutions in Virginia for entrance into colleges of education. Students pursuing this specialization would attain requisite coursework for university programs, and, in part, for teacher licensure in Virginia for elementary and middle school levels.
In order to be assured that courses transfer to meet lower division requirements at the specific institution the student plans to transfer to and the major anticipated, students should consult an academic advisor before scheduling their courses. Students are also encouraged to investigate guaranteed admission agreements (GAA), available for many colleges and universities in Virginia, contact their selected college’s admissions office, and consult their selected college’s transfer guide if one is available. Counselors and academic advisors can assist with locating these resources.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, entry into this program requires proficiency in English and mathematics. Students whose placement by VPT or other measures indicates a need for further preparation will be placed in the appropriate developmental courses in English and mathematics. Although developmental course credits do not apply toward the degree, these courses prepare students for collegiate level work. Students required to take two or more developmental courses will need additional semesters to complete the degree.
Program Requirement
This curriculum should provide sufficient flexibility to meet lower division requirements for majors in education or related fields at many colleges and universities, and should allow students to succeed in transferring to obtain a baccalaureate degree. It is extremely important for students to work closely with their academic advisors to assure a successful transfer.
Curriculum
First Semester | ||||
Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
ENG 111 | College Composition I | 3 | 0 | 3 |
HIS | Approved Transfer History1 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
MTH | Approved Transfer Mathematics2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Approved Transfer Lab Science3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
SDV 100 | College Success Skills | 1 | 0 | 1 |
ITE 119 | Information Literacy | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Semester Total | 16 | 3 | 17 |
Second Semester | ||||
Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
ENG 112 | College Composition II | 3 | 0 | 3 |
HIS | Approved Transfer History1 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
MTH | Approved Transfer Mathematics2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Approved Transfer Lab Science3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
Approved Transfer Humanities/Fine Arts4 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
Semester Total | 15 | 3 | 16 |
Third Semester | ||||
Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
EDU 200 | Introduction to Teaching as a Profession | 3 | 0 | 3 |
ENG | Approved 200 Level of American or English Literature or Advanced Composition Course5 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
PSY 230 | Developmental Psychology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
ECO 201 or 202 | Principles of Macroeconomics or Microeconomics6 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Approved Transfer Elective7 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
Semester Total | 15 | 0 | 15 |
Fourth Semester | ||||
Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
ENG 2XX | Approved 200-level Transfer Literature Elective5 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
GEO 210 | People and the Land: Intro to Cultural Geography | 3 | 0 | 3 |
PLS 135 | American National Politics | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Approved Transfer Elective7 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
HLT/PED | Health/Physical Education Elective | 0 | 2 | 1 |
Semester Total | 12 | 2 | 13 |
Last modified on 08-30-2019