Education
Start a path in elementary or early childhood education.
Associate in Arts – Specialization in Elementary Education
- Length
- 2 years
- Total credits
- 90
- Type
- University transfer
About this degree
The Elementary Education Specialization prepares students for careers in teaching by introducing key concepts in child development, learning theory, and instructional practices. This pathway is ideal for students intending to pursue a bachelor’s degree in education and ultimately become certified elementary educators.
Core requirements
The courses this degree requires, from TCC's current catalog. Course names are as TCC lists them.
Elementary Education Specialization Requirements (30 credits)
ART180Art for Elementary Education5 crorMUSC120Music in the Classroom5 crorENGL262Children's and Young Adult Literature 5 crEDUC&205Introduction to Education w/ Field Experience5 crEDUC&240Diversity in Education5 crMATH&131Math for Elementary Education 15 crMATH&132Math for Elementary Education 25 crPSYC&200Lifespan Psychology5 cr
College Success (5 credits)
COL101College 1015 cr
Distribution Requirements (60 credits)
ENGL&101English Composition I5 cr
5 credits from TCC's approved course list
MATH&131Math for Elementary Education 15 cr
ART180Art for Elementary Education5 crMUSC120Music in the Classroom5 crENGL262Children's and Young Adult Literature 5 cr
10 credits from TCC's approved course list
EDUC&205Introduction to Education w/ Field Experience5 crEDUC220Diversity in Education5 crPSYC&200Lifespan Psychology5 cr
10 credits from TCC's approved course list
MATH&132Math for Elementary Education 25 cr
Electives (25 credits)
15 credits from TCC's approved course list
Earn at least 10 credits.
Multicultural Requirement (5 credits)
5 credits from TCC's approved course list
Requirements can change each year; we'll confirm the current list with TCC before you apply.
