Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs
Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) Early Care and Education · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
The Las Positas College Early Care and Education program offers courses that lead to an Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs. The major requirements for the Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs align with the Intersegmental Transfer Model Curriculum (TMC) for Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs. Students will have guaranteed admission to a California State University (CSU) campus upon successful completion of the program requirements. Students should consult with a counselor to determine whether this degree is the best option for their transfer goals. General education requirements should be selected carefully based on the intended transfer institution.
Program Learning Outcome(s)
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate practices that promote and maintain early Elementary Education teaching standards.
- Successfully transition to a CSU Elementary Education Program by completing required coursework and practicum field work.
- Synthesize child development and education research and theories to support the development and learning modalities of children.
Completion Requirements
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
- The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
- A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADT’s) also require that students must earn a "C" (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs (AA-T): Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: (25 Units) | ||
| BIO 10 | Introduction to the Science of Biology | 4 |
| orBIO 30 | Introduction to College Biology | 4 |
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| ECE 10 | Introduction to Education | 3 |
| ECE 56 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing | 3 |
| ENG 4 | Critical Thinking and Writing about Literature | 3 |
| HIST C1001 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| POLS C1000 | American Government and Politics | 3 |
| List A: Select One (4-8 Units) | ||
| GEOL 20 | Earth Science for Educators | 4 |
| orCHEM 31 | Introduction to College Chemistry | 4 |
| PHYS 10 | Descriptive Physics | 3 |
| PHYS 10L | Descriptive Physics Laboratory | 1 |
| List B: Select One (3 Units) | ||
| ARHS 1 | Introduction to Art History | 3 |
| MUS 1 | Introduction to Music | 3 |
| THEA 10 | Introduction to Dramatic Arts | 3 |
| Total Units for the Major | 32-36 | |
| Additional General Education and Elective Units | ||
| See the Las Positas College California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) pattern for a listing of areas and courses. Double counting courses in GE and the major is permissible. The number of units that may be double counted will depend on the entry point to the degree program and the optional course(s) taken. Elective units must be CSU transferable. Consult with an adviser or a counselor to plan the courses necessary to achieve your academic goal. | 24-28 | |
| Total | 60 | |