General Catalog 2008-2009

• Associate in Arts in Elementary Education (AAEE):  designed for the student who plans to transfer to an Elementary Education, Special Education, Early Childhood Education or Multicultural/Multilingual program at any partner institution and/or who plans to become a classroom instructional aide.  The degree transfers as a block without loss of credit to Arizona's public universities. (Offered  at all 10 Maricopa Community Colleges) 
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Teacher Assisting: prepares students for employment as an assistant to the classroom teacher in grades K-12. It provides foundation work, which will allow the aide to pursue a higher degree in the field of education. (Offered at EMCC and GWCC)
  
• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Instructional Assistance: prepares students to work as instructional assistants. The program emphasizes the philosophical, cultural, and linguistic processes involved in teaching children.  Students develop knowledge and skills required of the instructional assistant through a combination of courses in methodology and practicum experience (Offered at MCC and PC)
• Associate in Transfer Partnership (ATP) in K-12 Classroom Instructional Support: designed for students planning on becoming an Instructional Associate/Paraprofessional in K-12.  Transfers as a block without loss of credit to Charter Oak State College.  (Offered at RSC)
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Instructional Assistance: provides coursework which focuses on meeting the educational needs of learners.  All Certificate Program requirements can be used toward completion of the Instructional assistance AAS Program.  (Offered at MCC and PC)

• Associate in Arts in Elementary Education (AAEE):  designed for the student who plans to transfer to an Elementary Education, Special Education, Early Childhood Education or Multicultural/Multilingual program at any partner institution and/or who plans to become a classroom instructional aide.  The degree transfers as a block without loss of credit to Arizona's public universities. (Offered  at all 10 Maricopa Community Colleges)
• Associate in Transfer Partnership (ATP) in Elementary Education:  designed for students planning to transfer into Elementary Education at Arizona State University West Campus.  Transfers as a block without loss of credit.  (Offered at all 10 Maricopa Community Colleges)

• Associate in Arts in Elementary Education (AAEE):  designed for the student who plans to transfer to an Elementary Education program and Special Education at any partner institution and/or who plans to become a classroom instructional aide. The degree transfers as a block without loss of credit to Arizona's public universities. (Offered  at all 10 Maricopa Community Colleges)

• Baccalaureate Partnership Program with Northcentral University:  designed for students in elementary, secondary, and special education who will transfer to Northcentral University after completing 90 credits at the  community college.  (Offered at RSC)
• Aztec/Education:  housed in the Office of Program Articulation, this program assists and supports students throughout the first two years of their  bachelor’s degree in elementary, secondary, or special education.  (Offered at GCC)
• Dynamic Learning Teacher Education Program: a four-semester cohort model designed to prepare future teachers to transform inner city schools.  It is based on current research on teaching and learning and utilizes a team-taught interdisciplinary curriculum with strong partnerships with community schools and Arizona State University. (Offered at SMCC)
• inspire.teach:  a program that supports and encourages the choice of teaching as a profession.  It reflects a commitment among secondary, community college, and university partners to inspire students from under-represented groups to explore, pursue and excel in teaching careers.   (Offered at EMCC)
• The Teacher Connection:  designed to identify, connect, and support individuals as they work toward careers in teaching.  It reflects a commitment among Cave Creek Unified School District, Paradise Valley Unified School District, Paradise Valley Community College, and ASU West’s College of Education to inspire a diverse population of students to explore, pursue, and excel in teaching careers.  (Offered at PVCC)
• Teaching and Learning Communities (TLC) Education Program:  a student support program structured in a 4-semester plan with courses selected to enhance students’ knowledge of teaching as a career and to prepare for certification.  (Offered at MCC)
• Teachers Today and Tomorrow (T3):  this two-semester interdisciplinary learning community combines English, Education, and Technology.  After two semesters, education courses along with technology courses designed for teacher education majors compliment the general education courses required for university transfer.  (Offered at CGCC)
• General Studies and Subject Matter Courses:  designed to fulfill lower division general education requirements for students planning to transfer to public or private community colleges or universities.  (Offered at all Maricopa Community Colleges)
• Post Baccalaureate Teacher Prep Programs: prepares students with a baccalaureate degree to become a certified Elementary (K-8), Secondary (7-12), or Special Education (K-12) teacher.  The programs are approved by the Arizona Department of Education.  (All programs offered online at RSC; elementary (K-8) offered on campus at SCC).
• Urban Teacher Corps: a teacher development program that supports urban classified school district employees in Phoenix to successfully complete a bachelor’s degree in Education and return to their school districts as teachers. 
  After completion of lower division courses, UTC participants transfer to the initial Teacher Certification program at Arizona State University, Tempe.  (Offered at PC)
  

• Master’s Degree Partnership with North Central University:  18 credits of the post baccalaureate teacher prep program can be applied toward the 36 credits required for an online MS in Education Degree.  (Offered at RSC)
• Master’s Degree Partnership with Plymouth State University:  18 credits of the post baccalaureate teacher prep program can apply toward the 33 credits required for an online MS in Education Degree. (Offered at RSC and SCC)

• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Bilingual Endorsement: designed for certified teachers pursuing bilingual endorsement.  Includes all coursework required for state issued Bilingual Endorsement as specified by the Arizona Department of Education.  Valid Arizona teaching certificate is required for state endorsement.  (Offered at MCC and PC)
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in English as a Second Language (ESL) Endorsement:  designed for certified teachers pursuing ESL endorsement. Includes all coursework required for state issued English as a Second Language Endorsement as specified by the Arizona Department of Education.  Valid teaching certificate is required for state endorsement  (Offered at MCC and PC) 
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Reading Specialist Endorsement: qualifies certified teachers for the Reading Specialist Endorsement as specified by the Arizona Department of Education. Includes all coursework required for those with valid Arizona teaching certificates to qualify for the Reading Specialist Endorsement in Arizona.  (Offered at MCC and PC) 
• Professional Development Endorsement Courses for K-12 Teachers:  courses have been designed and are accepted by the Arizona Department of Education and lead to endorsements in Computer Science, Structured English Immersion (SEI), English as a Second Language (ESL), Math Specialist, Reading Specialist, and Middle School.  (All courses offered online at RSC; MCC offers Reading, ESL, SEI and Middle Grade on campus; SCC offers Reading, ESL, and SEI on campus.)
• Master’s Degree Partnership with Northcentral University:  15 credits of identified endorsement coursework can be applied toward the 36 credits required for an online MS in Education Degree.  (Offered at RSC)

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Early Childhood Education:  prepares individuals to work with children in early childhood programs, with a specialization in either center-based, family childcare, or administration of early childhood programs. Courses are scheduled to accommodate those who are already working in the field.  (Offered at GCC, RSC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Early Childhood Education: designed to prepare students for employment as early childhood teachers in a variety of educational programs.  Students learn effective teaching skills as they apply developmentally appropriate early childhood educational theory in the classroom setting.  Courses have been selected with a focus on developing an educational career ladder.  (Offered at PVCC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Early Childhood Development: designed to meet the needs of individuals who are interested in working in early childhood. The program emphasizes working with multi-linguistic and multi-cultural children. Upon completion students will be equipped to work effectively with children and families in both school and home environments and also initiate upward career movement or improve existing skills.  (Offered at SMCC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Early Childhood Development:  prepares students to enter a professional field which encompasses many services provided directly to young children, birth to age 8, and their families.  (Offered at SCC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Early Care and Education:  The Early Care and Education program is based upon an inclusive vision of high-quality services for all children. Provided area a sequence of lively, interactive classes and a variety of field experiences, which greatly expand the student's understanding of children. Unique student teaching opportunities are offered in the Evelyn H. Warren Child Development Lab, a multi-age preschool that is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.  (Offered at MCC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Early Childhood Education and Administration: designed to meet the needs of persons interested in pursuing careers in early childhood education or currently employed in preschools, child care centers, extended day programs, agencies, or other early-childhood care facilities.  Students specializing in this area develop the abilities to administer all facets of an early childhood program, along with the knowledge of child development and early childhood education.  Personal characteristics for this field are love of children, patience, creativity, and interest in techniques for enhancing interpersonal relationships with children and adults. (Offered at PC)
•  Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Family Life Education: prepares individuals to enter the family life education, human development, or child and family organizations field at the paraprofessional level.  (Offered at GCC, MCC and RSC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Family Development:  prepares students to work with families, identify needs, and acquire resources that strengthen family functioning.  Includes skills in assessing and controlling needed resources, decision making, problem solving, communication, parenting, and child development education.   (Offered at PC)
• Associate in Transfer Partnership (ATP) in Early Childhood Education:  designed for students planning on becoming certified teachers in Early Childhood Education (Birth through 3^rd grade).  Transfers as a block without loss of credit to Northern Arizona University.  (Offered at GCC, MCC, PC, PVCC, RSC and SCC)

• Post Baccalaureate Early Childhood Teacher Education Program:  designed for individuals with a baccalaureate degree who want to become an early childhood teacher.  The program enables students to obtain an Arizona Department of Education (ADE) early childhood teaching certificate that meets Arizona requirements to teach in a public school program, including children from birth through third grade. (Offered at RSC)
• Early Childhood Endorsement:  designed for individuals who have a current elementary or special education teaching certificate, or are about to receive one.  This program enables students to obtain an early childhood Endorsement that meets Arizona requirements to teach in a public school program, including children from birth through third grade. (Offered at RSC)

• Academic Certificate (AC) in Early Childhood Education: is designed to provide students with an understanding of universal concepts and basic practices which are the foundation for early childhood care and education. The Certificate includes courses identified as core elements of early care and education such as health, safety, nutrition, curriculum, family values, community, diversity, professionalism, guidance and discipline, and child development as well as general education courses relevant to early childhood education. (Offered at RSC)

• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Early Childhood Education:  designed for those who are interested in studying and working with young children. It prepares individuals to work with children in early child programs, with a specialization in either center-based or family child care. Courses are scheduled to accommodate those who are already working in the field.  (Offered at GCC)
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Early Childhood Education:  designed to prepare students for employment as early childhood teachers in a variety of educational programs.  Students learn effective teaching skills as they apply developmentally appropriate early childhood educational theory in the classroom setting.  Courses have been selected with a focus on developing an educational career ladder.  (Offered at PVCC)
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Early Childhood Development:  prepares individuals to assume entry-level positions within preschool, child care and family support programs.  (Offered at SCC)
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Early Childhood Development:  designed to meet the needs of individuals who are interested in working in early childhood.  Emphasis on working with multi-linguistic and multi-cultural children.  Upon completion students will be equipped to work effectively with children and families in both school and home environments and also initiate upward career movement or improve existing skills.  (Offered at SMCC)
• Certificate of Completion (CCL), Montessori (AMS) National Montessori Certification (Offered at SMCC)
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Early Care Specialist:  The  Early Care curriculum prepares students for entry level position in early childhood programs.  The sequence of coursework is designed to increase understanding of education and care of young children.  (Offered at MCC)
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Early Childhood Education and Administration: designed to meet the needs of persons interested in pursuing careers in early childhood education or currently employed in preschools, child care centers, extended day programs, agencies, or other early-childhood care facilities.  Students specializing in this area develop the abilities to administer all facets of an early childhood program, along with the knowledge of child development and early childhood education.  Personal characteristics for this field are love of children, patience, creativity, and interest in techniques for enhancing interpersonal relationships with children and adults. (Offered at PC)

• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Early Childhood Classroom Management: designed for understanding infants, toddlers & preschool children and managing their early childhood classroom settings.  Focuses on key areas related to early childhood.  (Offered at PC)

• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Curriculum for Young Children: Focuses on developmentally appropriate methods and uses of creative art media; science skills and experience; rhythmic, music, and creative movement; language and literacy activities;math and logical thinking experiences; and  multicultural/anti-bias activities.(Offered at PC)

• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Family Development:  prepares students to work with families, identify needs, and acquire resources that strengthen family functioning.  Includes skills in assessing and controlling needed resources, decision making, problem solving, communication, parenting, and child development education.   (Offered at PC)

• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Infant Toddler Development:  prepares individuals to serve children from birth through age three years and their families within preschool, child care and family support programs. (Offered at SCC)
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Parent Education:  prepares individuals to enter the family life education with a focus on parent education.  (Offered at GCC, MCC and RSC)
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Adolescent Studies:  designed to prepare individuals preparing to work or those who are employed in professions that require interaction with adolescents and/or adolescent-related issues such as school personnel, parents, health educators, etc.  (Offered at PC)

•  Receive a grade of “C” or better in all course work.
• Participate in site-based practicums, field experiences or service learning.  This may include observation, tutoring, and some basic teaching.  Work with the person identified by the college to coordinate the site-based school placements.
• Be fingerprinted, if required.   Some school districts require this before students are allowed to participate in a site based school experience.  The cost of fingerprinting is the sole responsibility of the student.  Contact each individual college for specific information.
• Meet additional health requirements
• Pay course fees.   Refer to specific college course schedules and catalogs.

The National Center for Teacher Education (NCTE) has created scholarships for teacher education students attending the Maricopa Community Colleges.  Currently there are four (4) $500 scholarship awards available for each of the 10 Maricopa colleges.  Visit http://www.dist.maricopa.edu/academic/teachered/scholarship.html for additional information.

The National Association of Community College Teacher Education Programs (NACCTEP) has a national scholarship program. The purpose of the NACCTEP National Scholarship Program is to provide financial assistance to community college students who are studying to become teachers. This scholarship is promoted through the National Association of Community College Teacher Education Programs and is facilitated by the National Center for Teacher Education. Awards are $1000 over the course of two semesters and will be made available through college financial aid institutions.  Visit http://www.nacctep.org/Scholarship/05-06scholarship.php for additional information.