This program will change to Teacher's Education: Middle Level & Secondary (099.3) as of the Fall, 2010 semester. Students already enrolled in Teacher Education (099.2) may complete the current program or move to the Teacher's Education: Middle Level & Secondary (099.3). Students should discuss these options with their advisors.

ALLEGHENY, BOYCE, NORTH, SOUTH 
Associate of Arts (099.2)

This program prepares the student for transfer to a four-year institution with a broad college background and skill and knowledge in Teacher Education. Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

• identify current PA teacher certification requirements, including the development of a professional portfolio and demonstrate behaviors appropriate to the profession;
• identify, develop and utilize resources, materials and technology for K-12 classroom, including but not limited to the Pennsylvania Department of Education resources, e.g., Academic standards;
• observe K-12 students in their learning environment and empirically document these observations;
• cassify learning theories and psychological principles in relation to the development of an educational philosophy and pedagogical practices; and 
• discuss, analyze and evaluate past and present issues in education.

Graduates may earn a bachelor’s degree in education and prepare for graduate training in Elementary, Secondary, Special or Vocational Education. Students must be eligible for clearance through the Federal Criminal History Record (ACT114), Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Check (ACT34) and the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse History Clearance Act (ACT151).

See the Checksheet for this program in printable PDF form.

Degree Requirements

Minimum Credits to Graduate: 60–63

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