Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs, Associate in Arts for Transfer
Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs, Associate in Arts for Transfer
The Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs for Transfer Degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a California State University (CSU) campus. Students completing the Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs for Transfer Degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular CSU campus or major.
Students transferring to a CSU campus that accepts the Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs AA‑T will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree (unless the major is a designated “high-unit” major at a particular campus). This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. Students should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.
To earn an Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs for Transfer degree, students must meet the following requirements:
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Complete a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units including both of the following:
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The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) requirements.
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The coursework required for the AA-T in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs as listed in the Ventura College catalog.
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Obtain a grade of “C” or better or “P” in all courses required in the major. Even though a “pass-no-pass” is allowed (Title 5 §55062), it is highly recommended that students complete their major courses with a letter grade (A, B, or C).
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Obtain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some transfer institutions and majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
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Complete requirements in residency. For students in the Ventura County Community College District, a minimum of 12 semester units must be completed in residence within the college district.
| Course ID | Title | Units/Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| BIOL C1001 & C1001L | Introduction to Biology and Introduction to Biology Lab | 4 |
| or BIOL V04 | Cell and Molecular Biology | |
| CDEV C1000 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| EDU V03 | Introduction to Elementary Teaching | 3 |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing | 4 |
| ENGL C1003 | Critical Thinking and Writing through Literature | 3-4 |
| or ENGL V18 | Children's Literature and Film | |
| or HIST V76 | World History to 1550 | |
| HIST C1001 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| POLS C1000 | American Government and Politics | 3 |
| Required Core Units | 26-27 | |
| Required Additional Courses | ||
List A: Select one course from the following: | ||
| GEOL V09 | Earth Science with Laboratory | 4 |
| PHSC V01 | Concepts in Physical Science | 4 |
List B: Select one course from the following: | ||
| ART V01 | 3 | |
| EDU V08 | Children's Art within a Multicultural Perspective | 3 |
| MUS V08 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
| THA V01 | Introduction to Theatre | 3 |
List C: Select up to 12 units from the following (optional): | ||
| Any course unused from List A or List B | ||
| ANTH V03 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3 |
| BUS V17 | Computer Applications | 3 |
| CD V24 | Child Nutrition, Health, and Safety | 3 |
| CHST V01 | Introduction to Chicano Studies | 3 |
| EDU V09 | Dance and Music for Transitional Kindergarten through the Elementary Years | 3 |
| EDU V10 | Literacy in Diverse Classrooms | 3 |
| HIST V58 | United States History: Focus on Chicanos since 1848 | 3 |
| HIST V59 | History of California | 3 |
| HIST V70 | Introduction to Western Civilization to the Scientific Revolution | 3 |
| ENGL V30 | World Literature: Antiquity to 1650 | 3 |
| ENGL V31 | World Literature: 1650 to Present | 3 |
| MATH V38 | Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers | 3 |
| PHIL V04 | Introduction to Logic | 3 |
| SPAN V03 | Intermediate Spanish I | 5 |
| SPAN V04 | Intermediate Spanish II | 5 |
| SPAN V04S | Spanish Heritage Language II | 5 |
| Required Additional Units | 7-19 | |
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| Total Major Units | 33-46 | |
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| CalGETC General Education Pattern | ||
| Required Major Units | 33-46 | |
| CalGETC General Education Units | 34 | |
| Double-Counted Units | (22-28) | |
| Elective Units | 3-21 | |
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| Total Units for the A.A. for Transfer Degree | 60 | |
See a counselor or consult assist.org, if you plan to transfer to a UC campus or a college or university other than a CSU.
This Plan of Study applies to the Cal-GETC General Education Pattern and illustrates one sequence of courses to meet the degree requirements in two years. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to design a plan of study which will best meet their specific educational needs.
| Year 1 | ||
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| Fall Semester | Units/Hours | |
| BIOL C1001 & C1001L or BIOL V04 | Introduction to Biology or Cell and Molecular Biology | 4 |
| CDEV C1000 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing | 4 |
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| Units/Hours | 14 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| EDU V03 | Introduction to Elementary Teaching | 3 |
| ENGL C1003 | Critical Thinking and Writing through Literature | 4 |
| GEOL V09 or PHSC V01 | Earth Science with Laboratory or Concepts in Physical Science | 4 |
| HIST C1001 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| Select Course...Cal-GETC Area 2 | 3 | |
| Units/Hours | 17 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Fall Semester | ||
| POLS C1000 | American Government and Politics | 3 |
| Select Course from Required Major List B | 3 | |
| Select Course...Cal-GETC Area 3B | 3 | |
| Select Course...Cal-GETC Area 6 | 3 | |
| Select Transferable Elective Course | 3 | |
| Units/Hours | 15 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| Select Transferable Elective Course or GE Area 3A (if needed) | 3 | |
| Select Transferable Elective Course | 3 | |
| Select Transferable Elective Course | 3 | |
| Select Transferable Elective Course | 3 | |
| Select Transferable Elective Course | 3 | |
| Units/Hours | 15 | |
| Total Units/Hours | 61 | |
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate college-level basic skills in written English, oral communications, mathematics, and critical thinking.
- Demonstrate a basic grasp of the disciplines most commonly taught in elementary school in California, including physical science, biology, art, and literature in a cultural or geographic context, world geography, United States history, and United States government.
- Demonstrate a basic grasp of child growth and development.