Elementary Teacher Education, A.A.

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Total degree hours: 60

LCC students may have to choose online courses to complete this degree.

Do you enjoy spending time with children and teaching them new things? Does it give you a sense of pride and excitement when they master different skills and abilities? As an elementary education professional, all of your daily activities will focus on the goal of helping students begin their academic journey and reach their potential. Through your instruction in the classroom, they will develop foundational knowledge in the key areas of math, reading, writing, social studies, and science that will carry them into high school and beyond. A program in Elementary Teacher Education will give you a firm grasp of pedagogy, including how to plan lessons and support different learning styles. You will learn how to create a safe, inclusive, stimulating classroom environment that invites them to ask questions and engage in discussion. An associate degree in Elementary Teacher Education can be a first step toward a career as an elementary school teacher, special education teacher, school administrator, instructional designer, or professional tutor. This degree is transferable to universities offering a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, Inclusive Elementary Education, Human Development, Interdisciplinary Studies, Liberal Arts, and Liberal Studies.

Statewide Transfer Articulation Agreement-Elementary Teacher Education A.A.

Program Outcomes: Students majoring in Elementary Teacher Education will gain the following knowledge and skills upon completion of their degree:

Child development
Classroom management
Observation skills
Interpersonal communication
Critical thinking

Transfer degrees at LCC also prepare you to succeed in your next steps. We will build your transfer plan starting in your very first semester at LCC, continuing throughout each semester as you progress toward completion. You will develop the academic and personal skills to prepare you for successful transfer to the four-year college or university that is the best fit for your academic and career goals.

We treat each student individually with one-on-one continuous advising support. You’ll build your transfer plans with experienced faculty advisors with expertise in your target transfer area

Program Outcomes: At LCC, your Transfer Degree will give you more than credits!

Academic Outcomes

Personal Development

Transfer-Ready

Each course in your transfer degree will deliver unique content and skills that also develop your:

Active Thinking

Reasoning
Creativity
Analysis
Problem Solving
Responsible consumption of information

Communication

Written
Oral
Interpersonal

Discover more about yourself through experiences outside the classroom: making new friends, joining student life organizations & events,

Social Connectedness & Engaged Citizenship

Involvement in Campus Life
Serving & Supporting Others
Leadership
Global Awareness

Working with dedicated faculty advisors, LCC helps each transfer student find the best opportunities for transferring your Associate Degree to the four-year college or university you choose, and grow in

Professionalism

Reliability & Conscientiousness
Focus & Follow Through
Goal Setting
Civility & Respect
Ethical Behavior
Digital Literacy

General Education: (35 credits)

A grade of “C” or higher is required for successful completion of all Guaranteed Transfer (GT) courses.

Some educator preparation programs require a B- in ENG 1021 as an admission requirement. However, a C- or better meets the general education GT-CO1 requirement.

Completion of MAT 1220 & MAT 1230 with a C- or higher will satisfy teh GT Pathways math requirement at some institutions but not all. At the receiving institution’s discretion, student may be asked to complete a GT-MA1 approved course.

Students must pass with a C- or higher in BOTH SCI 1055 & SCI 1056 to satisfy the GT Pathyways science requirement.