Associate of Arts with Specialization in Elementary Education
Tacoma Community College
Key Information
Campus location
Tacoma, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 10,573 / per year *
Application deadline
15 Nov 2024
Earliest start date
01 Apr 2024
* 2022-2023 estimated tuition cost
Introduction
This specialization prepares students for junior-level transfer into Elementary Education programs at 4-year schools. It's specifically designed to meet the requirements of our primary transfer institutions for Elementary Education majors:
- Central Washington University
- Pacific Lutheran University
- University of Puget Sound
- Eastern Washington University
- Western Governors University (WGU)
- Fall 2023 - Application Deadline (Aug 15) and Classes Start (Sep 25)
- Winter 2024 - Application Deadline (Nov 15) and Classes Start (Jan 3)
- Spring 2024 - Application Deadline (Feb 15) and Classes Start (April 1)
Curriculum
Elementary Education Specialization Requirements (30 credits)
Check with an advisor at your desired transfer institution regarding foreign language requirements. World language credit can be applied toward humanities, multicultural and general elective requirements of the Associate of Arts Degree.
Education Foundation Courses (20 credits)
- EDUC& 205 Introduction to Education with Field Experience 5
- EDUC 220 Diversity in Education 5
- PSYC& 200 Lifespan Psychology 5
Select one course from the following:
- ART 180 Art for Elementary Education 5
- MUSC 120 Music in the Classroom 5
- ENGL 262 Children's Literature 5
Total Credits: 20
Quantitative Skills Requirements (10 credits)
- Math & 131 Math for Elementary Education 1 5
- Math & 132 Math for Elementary Education 2 5
Total Credits: 10