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.
- Demonstrate interpersonal skills in a diverse setting.
- Demonstrate effective communication in teaching and learning environments.
- Demonstrate technological awareness.
- Be prepared to request certification of lower division general education course work required by the California State University system.
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 (minimum six units): | ||
| ENGL-120 | College Composition and Reading | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Critical Thinking in Group Communication | ||
| Argumentation | ||
| Advanced Composition: Critical Reasoning and Writing (Preferred) | ||
| Critical Thinking | ||
| Logic | ||
| 2. Communication (minimum three units): | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Public Speaking | ||
| 3. Literature (minimum three units): | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Literature | ||
| World Literature I | ||
| World Literature II | ||
| 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 |
| GEOG-121 | Physical Geography: Earth Systems Laboratory | 1 |
| or GEOL-105 | Physical Geology: Earth Systems Laboratory | |
| Social Science and History | ||
| 7. Global Perspective: | ||
| GEOG-106 | World Regional Geography | 3 |
| 8. American Institutions (minimum three units, choose one course from each category): | ||
| Category A. Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Early American History | ||
| U.S. History: Chicano/Chicana Perspectives I | ||
| U.S. History and Cultures: Native American Perspectives I | ||
| U.S. History: Black Perspectives I | ||
| Category B. Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Modern American History | ||
| U.S. History: Chicano/Chicana Perspectives II | ||
| U.S. History and Cultures: Native American Perspectives II | ||
| U.S. History: Black Perspectives II | ||
| Introduction to U.S. Government and Politics | ||
| 9. Civilizations: | ||
| HIST-100 | Early World History | 3 |
| Visual and Performing Arts/Humanities | ||
| 10. Music: | ||
| MUS-118 | Introduction to Music | 4 |
| 11. Art/Humanities: | ||
| ART-100 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| 12. Human Growth and Development: | ||
| Select one option: | 3-6 | |
Option I: | ||
| Child Growth and Development | ||
Option II: | ||
| Introductory Psychology and Developmental Psychology | ||
| 13. General Education/Humanities: | ||
| Select one option: | 3-5 | |
Option I: | ||
Select one of the following: | ||
| Arabic II | ||
| American Sign Language II | ||
| Spanish II | ||
Option II: | ||
Select one of the following: (Choose this option only if 3 years of foreign language have been taken in high school) | ||
| Problems in Ethics | ||
| World Religions | ||
| Scriptures of World Religions | ||
Option III: | ||
Select one of the following: (Choose this option only if 3 years of foreign language have been taken in high school) | ||
| Arabic III | ||
| American Sign Language III | ||
| Spanish III | ||
| 14. Additional Requirements: | ||
| ED-200 | Teaching as a Profession | 3 |
| ES-253 | Physical Education in Elementary Schools | 3 |
| HED-105 | Health Education for Teachers | 1 |
| ES Activity (at least two courses marked with an asterisk) | 2-3 | |
| Total Units | 60-66 | |
Recommended Elective
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| PSC-100 | Physical Science for Elementary Education (Offered at Grossmont College; required for major at SDSU) | 3 |