The Associates of Arts degree for Transfer (AA-T) in Elementary Teacher Education is designed for prospective California State University(CSU) transfer students who are preparing for careers as Elementary School Teachers. Completion of the Elementary Teacher Education degree will provide a streamlined pathway for transfer to a CSU campus with a Liberal Studies or similar major. Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies prepares students to apply to approved teacher education programs leading to a credential to teach in elementary, self-contained classrooms. The Liberal Studies major and aligned AA-T Elementary Teacher
Education curriculum provides depth and breadth of subject matter content typically taught in Kindergarten through sixth grade classroom settings in California. Students who plan to enter a California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) approved program leading to a preliminary Multiple Subject Credential are required to demonstrate subject matter competency.

The requirements for completion of a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential include verification of subject matter competence. Pursuant to Education Code Section 44259 (b)(5), the Commission provides candidates two alternative paths for fulfilling this requirement: (1) completion of a Commission-approved program of subject matter preparation at a California college or university and (2) passage of a subject matter examination. Additional statutes relate to the subject matter that can be included in an approved program and on the examination. Relevant Education Code sections are included below.

Education Code Section 44314 (a) states that “an approved program shall consist of a minimum of 84 semester units, or equivalent quarter units, including, but not limited to, language studies, literature, mathematics, science social science, history, humanities, the arts, physical education and human development.

Education Code Section 44282 (b). A general subject matter examination authorizing teaching multiple subjects shall include an examination of the candidate’s knowledge of the following areas: language studies, literature, mathematics, science, social studies, history the arts, physical education, and human development.

The OCC Elementary Teacher Education degree will provide a significant foundation in the topics assessed on the California Subject Examination for Teachers (CSET,) Multiple Subjects exam. Successful completion of the AA-T in Elementary Teacher Education satisfies lower- division preparation for a degree in Liberal Studies or other similar majors.

Program Outcome

Completion of degree will provide a streamlined pathway for transfer to a CSU campus with a Liberal Studies or similar major eventually leading to a credential to teach in elementary classrooms.

Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements

The following is required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees:

1. Minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
2. Minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all CSU transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors require a higher GPA. Consult with a counselor for more information.
3. Completion of a minimum of 18-semester units in the major as detailed in the Degree and Certificate section of this catalog. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C (or “P”) or better.
4. Certified completion of the California State University General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU General Education Breadth — Option 2) OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC — Option 3).
5. A minimum of 12 units in residence within the Coast Colleges (Orange Coast College, Golden West College and/or Coastline College).

These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.

List A: (select one of the following) ENGL A102, ENGL A102H, PHIL A150

List B: (select one of the following) ART A100/A100H, ART A103, ART A107, ART A115, DANC A200, MUS A100, THEA A100, THEA A101, THEA A105

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CSU GE Area D or E and ADT

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CSU GE Area A2 and ADT

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CSU GE Area B and ADT

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CSU GE Area A1 and ADT

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CSU GE Area D and ADT

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CSU GE Area B2, B3, and ADT

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CSU GE Area C2, CSU Graduation Requirement and ADT

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CSU GE Area B1 and ADT

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Graduation Requirement and ADT

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CSU GE Area A3

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CSU GE Area C1 and ADT List

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Varies to reach MINIMUM 60 Transferable Units.

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CSU GE Area C2

These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.

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ADT Core and IGETC GE Area 4

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ADT Core and IGETC GE Area 1A

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ADT Core and IGETC GE Area 1C

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ADT Core and IGETC GE Area 3B

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Can be taken during Intersession

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ADT Core and IGETC GE Area 5B and 5C

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IGETC GE Area 1B

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IGETC GE Area 3B, CSU Graduation requirement

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IGETC GE Area 3A

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Requirement for UC Only. If met LOTE through HS, then elective units to meet minimum 60 transferable units.

List A (select one of the following - 3 units): ENGL A102, ENGL A102H, PHIL A150

List B (select one of the following - 3 units): ART A100, ART A100H, ART A103, ART A107, ART A115, DANC A200, MUS A100, THEA A100, THEA A101, THEA A105