Elementary Education Associate in Arts
This degree program is designed to provide lower division preparation for transfer to San Diego State University as a Liberal Studies major. Because the degree emphasizes a strong general education approach, it may be an appropriate major for a variety of career options. Students are encouraged to refer to the San Diego State University catalog and/or consult with an academic advisor before selecting the various options listed below. Upon completion, students may request certification of lower division general education course work required by the California State University system. Students interested in transferring to another college or university should check the requirements of that institution.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate global awareness and cultural sensitivity.
- Be prepared to request certification of lower division general education course work required by the California State University system.
- Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills in diverse teaching and learning settings.
Career Opportunities
Administrator1
Audiovisual Specialist
School Clerical Worker
Counselor1
Educational Consultant1
Educational Psychologist1
Educational Therapist1
Educational Writer1
Food Service
Guidance Worker1
Librarian1
Library Technician
Social Psychologist1
Speech Pathologist/Audiologist1
Teacher1
Teacher’s Aide
Tutor
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Bachelor Degree or higher required.
Associate in Arts Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Composition, Oral Communication, and Literature | ||
| 1. Composition: | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3-6 | |
| College Composition and Reading | ||
| College Rhetoric | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Critical Thinking in Group Communication | ||
| Argumentation | ||
| Advanced Composition: Critical Reasoning and Writing (Preferred) | ||
| Critical Thinking and Philosophical Composition | ||
| Logic | ||
| 2. Communication (minimum three units): | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Public Speaking | ||
| 3. Literature (minimum three units): | ||
| ENGL-122 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| Mathematics and Sciences | ||
| 4. Mathematics: | ||
| MATH-125 | Structure and Concepts of Elementary Mathematics I | 3 |
| MATH-126 | Structure and Concepts of Elementary Mathematics II | 3 |
| 5. Biological Sciences: | ||
| BIO-130 | General Biology I | 3 |
| BIO-131 | General Biology I Laboratory | 1 |
| 6. Physical Sciences: | ||
| GEOL-104 | Earth Science | 3 |
| Social Science and History | ||
| 7. Global Perspective: | ||
| GEOG-106 | World Regional Geography | 3 |
| 8. American Institutions: | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Early American History | ||
| Modern American History | ||
| Introduction to U.S. Government and Politics | ||
| 9. Civilizations: | ||
| HIST-100 | Early World History | 3 |
| Visual and Performing Arts/Humanities | ||
| 10. Theatre: | ||
| THTR-110 | Introduction to the Theatre | 3 |
| 11. Human Growth and Development: | ||
| CD-125 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| 12. Ethnic Studies (Select one from each section) | 6 | |
| A. | ||
| U.S. History and Cultures: Native American Perspectives I | ||
| U.S. History and Cultures: Native American Perspectives II | ||
| U.S. History: Chicano/Chicana Perspectives I | ||
| U.S. History: Chicano/Chicana Perspectives II | ||
| U.S. History and Cultures: Native American Perspectives I | ||
| U.S. History and Cultures: Native American Perspectives II | ||
| U.S. History: Black Perspectives I | ||
| U.S. History: Black Perspectives II | ||
| B. | ||
| Chicana/o Literature | ||
| Black Literature | ||
| History of Race & Ethnicity in the United States | ||
| Introduction to Race & Ethnicity | ||
| Chicana/o Literature | ||
| Black Literature | ||
| History of Race & Ethnicity in the United States | ||
| Introduction to Race & Ethnicity | ||
| 13. Additional Requirements: | ||
| ED-200 | Teaching as a Profession | 3 |
| ES-253 | Physical Education in Elementary Schools | 3 |
| HED-105 | Health Education for Teachers | 1 |
| MATH-128 | Children's Mathematical Thinking | 2 |
| MUS-118 | Introduction to Music | 4 |
| ES Activity (at least two courses marked with an asterisk) | 2-3 | |
| Total Units | 61-65 | |
Recommended Elective
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| PSC-100 | Physical Science for Elementary Education (Offered at Grossmont College; required for major at SDSU) | 3 |