General Studies, Elementary Education Concentration, AA

 Major Code: 7102

Program Description

The Associate in Arts- Elementary Education concentration is a program that serves a dual purpose.  It provides the first two years of general study to students who plan to transfer to a baccalaureate program and work toward a Bachelor of Arts or Science in Elementary Education (see transfer information).  It also provides two years of general studies to individuals who desire a structured, non-technical, degree program to gain employment or to secure a promotion in employment.

Upon graduation students will be able to:

1. Apply critical thinking process to a program specific problem 
2. Employ a professional level of communication, demonstrating and practicing interpersonal communication skills, ethics and civility
3. Integrate (combine) knowledge gained from educational experience to resolve problems and integrate ideas across disciplines
4. Demonstrate information literacy and technological competencies

Program Assessment

Program Outcomes are assessed in targeted courses on specific assignments, as well as the institution’s General Education Assessment.