Banner Code: 1_AAT_ETE
Control Number: 45785

The Associates of Arts degree for Transfer (AA-T) in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs 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: Integrated Programs 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: Integrated Programs 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: Integrated Programs 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: Integrated Programs satisfies lower- division preparation for a degree in Liberal Studies or other similar majors.

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 Cal-GETC/Breadth.
5. A minimum of 12 units in residence within the Coast Colleges (Orange Coast College, Golden West College and/or Coastline College).

Program Learning Outcomes

1. 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.

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Some Program major units may also meet GE requirements. 

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VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 TRANSFERABLE UNITS. Not all courses are UC transferable. Please check with your counselor to ensure you have enough transferable units for your transfer goal.

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If ENGL A101 or A101H is not selected.