Pathway to Teaching Careers, A.A.

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Degree Code: C35

Associate in Science

Program Contact: Jennifer DeFrance - 860-215-9421

This program is designed to provide education and experiences which will allow students to transfer to Eastern Connecticut State University meeting the requirements to be accepted into a teacher training program. The field of education is a growing profession. The National Center for Education Statistics predicts increases in the annual numbers of new school teacher hires, both in public and private schools. This transfer program closely parallels the core requirements of the first two years of most four-year college teacher preparation programs in Connecticut. Students are advised to review the requirements of the transfer institution prior to course selection.

Pathway to Teaching Careers Curriculum Requirements

Composition, Literature and Speech

ENG* K101 - Composition ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
ENG* K102 - Literature & Composition ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
COM* K173 - Public Speaking ° 3 CREDIT HOURS

Fine Arts: 3 CREDIT HOURS

Select one course from the following:

ARC* K102 - Architecture of the World 3 CREDIT HOURS
ART* K107 - Introduction to Studio Art 3 CREDIT HOURS
ART* K111 - Drawing I 3 CREDIT HOURS
ART* K121 - Two-Dimensional Design 3 CREDIT HOURS
THR* K101 - Introduction to Theater ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
THR* K110 - Acting I 3 CREDIT HOURS
THR* K121 - Play in Production I 3 CREDIT HOURS
MUS* K104 - World Music ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
or
ANT* K136 - Music Cultures of the World ° 3 CREDIT HOURS

Humanities: 6 CREDIT HOURS

Two semesters of the same foreign language are required. Only Liberal Arts and Sciences electives may be substituted if two years of the same language, with a grade of “C” or better, were completed at the high school level. High school transcript and college verification required for substitution.

__________- Humanities Elective 3 CREDIT HOURS
__________- Humanities Elective 3 CREDIT HOURS

Mathematics: 6 CREDIT HOURS

MAT* K137 - Intermediate Algebra ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
MAT* K143 - Math for Elementary Education: Algebra and Number Systems ° 3 CREDIT HOURS (For Elementary Ed)
or
MAT* K146 - Math for the Liberal Arts ° 3 CREDIT HOURS (For Secondary Ed)

Sciences: 4 CREDIT HOURS

Select one course from the following:

AST* K111 - Introduction to Astronomy ° 4 CREDIT HOURS
BIO* K115 - Human Biology 4 CREDIT HOURS
or
EAS* K110 - The Earth Sciences 4 CREDIT HOURS

Earth or Physical Science: 3 CREDIT HOURS

Select one course from the following:

AST* K101 - Principles of Astronomy 3 CREDIT HOURS
CHE* K111 - Concepts of Chemistry ° 4 CREDIT HOURS
OCE* K101 - Oceanography 3 CREDIT HOURS
or
ENV* K101 - Environmental Studies 3 CREDIT HOURS /BIO* K180 (Elementary Ed need at least one BIO course)

Social Sciences

HIS* K201 - U.S. History I ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
or
HIS* K202 - U.S. History II ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
PSY* K111 - General Psychology I 3 CREDIT HOURS
SOC* K101 - Principles of Sociology 3 CREDIT HOURS

Education

EDU* K110 - Teaching In the 21st Century ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
ECE* K182 - Child Development ° 3 CREDIT HOURS (ECE and Elementary Ed)
or
PSY* K200 - Child Psychology ° 3 CREDIT HOURS (Secondary Ed)
BBG* K115 - Business Software Applications ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
HLT* K155 - Personal Health ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
PSY* K216 - Normal and Exceptional Child and Adolescent Development 3 CREDIT HOURS

Other Electives: 6 CREDIT HOURS

Other/Electives (Courses applicable in the intended major, see advisor. Recommendations are ENG* K211 or above and other HIS course for elementary education)

__________- Other Elective 3 CREDIT HOURS
__________- Other Elective 3 CREDIT HOURS

Note:

° Course has a prerequisite. Students should check course description.

* Indicates common course numbering within Connecticut Community College system.

Students should consult with their academic advisor regarding the minimum number of credits to be taken at TRCC and limits on non-traditional credits. 25% of TRCC degree requirements must be completed with TRCC coursework. Up to 50% of degree requirements can be fulfilled with non-traditional credit. Non-traditional credit includes CLEP/DSST exams, Credit by Exam, APL credit, and Military credit.

Grand Total: 61

Pathway to Teaching Careers, Associate in Arts Degree Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to:

1. Work with others, think critically and gain an appreciation for learning.

2. Read, write, and communicate analytically in forms that involve the collection and documentation of outside sources.

3. Identify the role of the teacher in the classroom. Describe the route to becoming a successful teacher in Connecticut. List the requirements for teaching based on academic program requirements and state certification requirements.

4. Recognize broader historical, cultural, global and scientific perspectives as they relate to education.

5. Promote a respect for others, coupled with an understanding of ethical behavior and civic responsibility.

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Pathway to Teaching Careers, A.A.

Pathway to Teaching Careers Curriculum Requirements

Composition, Literature and Speech

Fine Arts: 3 CREDIT HOURS

Humanities: 6 CREDIT HOURS

Mathematics: 6 CREDIT HOURS

Sciences: 4 CREDIT HOURS

Earth or Physical Science: 3 CREDIT HOURS

Social Sciences

Education

Other Electives: 6 CREDIT HOURS

Note:

Grand Total: 61

Pathway to Teaching Careers, Associate in Arts Degree Program Outcomes