Elementary Teacher Education: AA-T
This program is designed for students interested in a career as an Elementary School Teacher. It is designed to meet the introductory content area subject matter requirements for teaching at the elementary school level and for transfer to a California State University.
The Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU institution for students who plan to transfer and complete a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Elementary Education. California Community College students who are awarded an Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system and given priority admission consideration to their local CSU institution or to a program that is deemed similar to their community college major. This priority does not guarantee admission to specific majors or institutions.
To fulfill the requirements for this degree, students will complete the required and elective courses in the area of emphasis and Cal-GETC pattern requirements totaling no more than 60 semester CSU-transferable units.
Additional NVC graduation requirements do not apply to this degree. Students must successfully pass all courses in the area of emphasis with a minimum of “C” (or “P”) and maintain an overall minimum 2.0 GPA. Additionally, students pursuing this degree option must work with a counselor and faculty advisor to ensure appropriate elective course selections for their intended area of emphasis for the baccalaureate degree.
Career Opportunities
Elementary Teacher with the completion of a BA/BS and a credential program.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Identify and explain the critical issues that impact the educational system.
- Analyze and think critically about the teacher’s comprehensive role in elementary education.
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses (29 units) | ||
| BIOL-110 | Survey of Biology | 4 |
| CFS-120 | Child Development | 3 |
| COMM-C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| EDUC-100 | Teaching as a Profession | 3 |
| ENGL-C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing | 4 |
| ENGL-121 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| HIST-120 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| HIST-122 | World History 1 | 3 |
| POLS-C1000 | American Government and Politics | 3 |
| Required Electives: List A (4-8 units) | ||
| Complete one course from the following: | 4-8 | |
| Earth Science | ||
| OR | ||
| Introduction to Chemistry and Descriptive Physics and Descriptive Physics Laboratory | ||
| Required Electives: List B (3 units) | ||
| Complete one course from the following: | 3 | |
| Survey of Studio Arts | ||
| Survey & Appreciation of Music | ||
| Acting I | ||
| Required Electives: List C | ||
| Additional Units: | 3 | |
| Any course not selected above. | ||
| Mathematical Concepts for Elementary School Teachers-Number Systems | ||
| Total Units | 39-43 | |
To receive an Associate Degree for Transfer, students must complete 60 CSU transferable semester units with a grade point average of at least 2.0, and the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) beginning fall 2025. Consultation with a Counselor is highly encouraged to ensure all requirements are met.