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Spring 2017 Course Catalog 
    
Spring 2017 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Childhood Education (Teacher Education Transfer) A.A.


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School: Business and Professional Careers
Academic Dept: Education
HEGIS: 5649
Curriculum Chair: Prof. Sheila Hanna
Telephone: 914-606-6625
Email: sheila.hanna@sunywcc.edu

 

Important Note about Program Requirements

The requirements listed below are for students entering into this program in Spring 2017. Students who entered the program during a prior semester will find their specific requirements listed in the Catalog under which they entered. Archived Catalogs are accessible through the dropdown menu above.

Associate of Arts (A.A.) and Associate of Science (A.S.) Degrees Defined

The purpose of the A.A. and A.S. is to build a foundation in a discipline, then continue to higher levels of education by transferring to a four-year institution. The A.A. contains liberal arts credits; including coursework in the arts, humanities and social sciences, and provides flexibility to pursue several careers.  Conversely, coursework for the A.S. contains some liberal arts credits and coursework also directly applicable to a clearly defined career path. Click to learn more about the differences among award types .

Program Description


This program is for the student who wishes to enter the field of teaching grades 2 through 6. The program is based on the prescribed course of study universally recognized across the State University of New York to enable transfer to classroom teaching programs at baccalaureate campuses with New York State teacher certification authority.

The Program is designed to provide the student with a solid foundation in the Liberal Arts, while introducing the student to the professional study of education. Students are encouraged to select an appropriate concentration from either English or History. The concentration becomes the student’s major upon transfer into a four-year teacher certification program.

Program Notes


To ensure adequate preparation and smooth transfer, students will:

  • Complete ENG 101 - Writing and Research  with a grade of “C” or above before enrolling in EDU 101 - Introduction To Schools and Teaching  .
  • Be formally admitted into the Teacher Education Transfer Program only after completing two semesters and 25 to 30 credits.
  • Have earned an overall GPA of 2.75 and a 3.0 in both Pedagogical Core courses. This GPA is higher than the college’s standard requirement for graduation and is dictated by certification requirements.
  • Maintain a GPA of 2.75 or above to continue in the Teacher Preparation Transfer Program.

Program Learning Outcomes


Upon successful completion of this program, a student will:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of a broad range of content areas that will enable them to transfer into a four-year teacher certification program in elementary education.
  2. Demonstrate the capacity for critical thinking, research, information processing and problem-solving as part of their study of these content areas.
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of general psychology and developmental psychology necessary for further study of curriculum and instruction in a teacher certification program in elementary education.
  4. Demonstrate an understanding of the history, structure and current policy issues in American education.

Program Requirements


General Education Requirements - 37 Credits


Students are required to fulfill a certain number of credits within the specific categories shown below. Where specific courses are not listed within these categories, courses must be selected from the list of SUNY General Education Courses .

Humanities (3 credits)


Mathematics (3 credits)


Foreign Language (6 credits)


  • Select TWO courses in the same language:

                    Foreign Language - see SUNY General Education Courses  

Other World Civilizations (3 credits)


Degree Requirements - 24 Credits


Students select between an English or History Concentration to fulfill the 24-credit requirement.

Minimum Total Credits - 61


Educational Plans: The Educational Plan is an advisement tool that provides important information to students about how to complete this degree.

 

Career Path Opportunities


Are you wondering what careers you can explore with a degree or certificate? Perhaps you are not sure what people do or how much money they make in certain careers that pique your interest? Would you like to know how many jobs are predicted to be available in a particular industry? Or maybe you are unsure whether receiving a degree or certificate would be right for you? Go to https://sunywcc.emsicareercoach.com to explore career paths, their associated job descriptions, salary trends, and jobs trends. Complete a career assessment for additional guidance. Still not sure? Visit www.sunywcc.edu/career for more career resources and contacts.

Transfer Opportunities


Westchester Community College is committed to facilitating a smooth transfer process for its incoming and graduating students. To ensure its graduates enjoy a seamless transfer with junior status to another college in the same discipline at both institutions (transferred from/to) and are able to complete a bachelor’s degree within two years of full-time study upon transfer, Westchester Community College has signed Transfer Articulation Agreements with many colleges that offer bachelor’s degree programs. Visit www.sunywcc.edu/transferarticulation to see a list of Articulation Agreements by institution or search by a specific program of study. Visit www.sunywcc.edu/transfer for additional transfer resources and contacts. 

State University of New York (SUNY) Transfer Paths

This program of study is an approved SUNY Transfer Path, which guarantees SUNY two-year associate of arts and associate of science graduates a seamless transfer path from the associate’s degree level of study to the bachelor’s degree level within the SUNY system. This applies to degrees received in the same discipline at both institutions in a designated SUNY Transfer Path. Students will have junior status upon transfer, which allows for the completion of a bachelor’s degree within two additional years of full-time study. Visit SUNY Transfer Paths for more information about how to advance your academic career within the State University of New York.

Transfer Scholarship Opportunities

Many colleges and universities are eager to have Westchester Community College graduates transfer to their institutions. Consider this an incentive to complete your WCC degrees with high honors!  Go to www.sunywcc.edu/scholarships to view the many transfer scholarship opportunities to four-year colleges.

Getting Started


Are you a prospective Westchester Community College graduate? We look forward to seeing you soon! Apply today, then see the College’s Admissions and Enrollment Checklist.
 

 

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