Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs, Associate in Arts for Transfer
Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs, Associate in Arts for Transfer
The Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs for Transfer Degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a California State University (CSU) campus. Students completing the Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs for Transfer Degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular CSU campus or major.
Students transferring to a CSU campus that accepts the Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs AA‑T will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree (unless the major is a designated “high-unit” major at a particular campus). This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. Students should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.
To earn an Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs for Transfer degree, students must meet the following requirements:
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Complete a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units including both of the following:
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The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) requirements.
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The coursework required for the AA-T in Geography as listed in the Ventura College catalog.
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Obtain a grade of “C” or better or “P” in all courses required in the major. Even though a “pass-no-pass” is allowed (Title 5 §55062), it is highly recommended that students complete their major courses with a letter grade (A, B, or C).
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Obtain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some transfer institutions and majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
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Complete requirements in residency. For students in the Ventura County Community College District, a minimum of 12 semester units must be completed in residence within the college district.
| Course ID | Title | Units/Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core | ||
| BIOL V01 & V01L | Principles of Biology and Principles of Biology Laboratory | 4 |
| or BIOL V04 | Cell and Molecular Biology | |
| CD V02 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| EDU V03 | Introduction to Elementary Teaching | 3 |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing | 4 |
| ENGL V01B | Critical Thinking and Composition Through Literature | 4 |
| or ENGL V18 | Children's Literature and Film | |
| or HIST V76 | World History to 1550 | |
| HIST V46 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| POLS C1000 | American Government and Politics | 3 |
| List A: Select one course | 4 | |
| GEOL V09 | Earth Science with Laboratory | 4 |
| PHSC V01 | Concepts in Physical Science | 4 |
| List B: Select one course | ||
| ART V01 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| EDU V08 | Children's Art within a Multicultural Perspective | 3 |
| MUS V08 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
| THA V01 | Introduction to Theatre | 3 |
| List C: (0-12 Additional Units) | ||
| Any course not used above | ||
| ANTH V03 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3 |
| BUS V17 | Computer Applications | 3 |
| CD V24 | Child Nutrition, Health, and Safety | 3 |
| CHST V01 | Introduction to Chicano Studies | 3 |
| EDU V09 | Dance and Music for Transitional Kindergarten through the Elementary Years | 3 |
| EDU V10 | Literacy in Diverse Classrooms | 3 |
| HIST V58 | United States History: Focus on Chicanos since 1848 | 3 |
| HIST V59 | History of California | 3 |
| HIST V70 | Introduction to Western Civilization to the Scientific Revolution | 3 |
| ENGL V30 | World Literature: Antiquity to 1650 | 3 |
| ENGL V31 | World Literature: 1650 to Present | 3 |
| MATH V38 | Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers | 3 |
| PHIL V04 | Introduction to Logic | 3 |
| SPAN V03 | Intermediate Spanish I | 5 |
| SPAN V04 | Intermediate Spanish II | 5 |
| SPAN V04S | Spanish Heritage Language II | 5 |
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| Major Units | 33-45 | |
| CalGETC Pattern | 34 | |
| Electives (CSU transferable units to reach 60) | 3-21 | |
| Double-Counted Units | 22-28 | |
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| Degree Units | 60 | |
See a counselor or consult assist.org, if you plan to transfer to a UC campus or a college or university other than a CSU.
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate college-level basic skills in written English, oral communications, mathematics, and critical thinking.
- Demonstrate a basic grasp of the disciplines most commonly taught in elementary school in California, including physical science, biology, art, and literature in a cultural or geographic context, world geography, United States history, and United States government.
- Demonstrate a basic grasp of child growth and development.