Program Overview
Students completing the program will develop skills and receive the academic and hands-on experiences necessary to be accepted into the professional core of courses offered at the university level.
Specific requirements leading to a bachelor's degree in education differ among the four-year higher education institutions. To tailor a program specific to student needs, students must meet with the Education Academic Advisor prior to registering for courses.
What You Will Learn
- Identify knowledge, skills, and experiences to work effectively with elementary, secondary, and special education students in public or private school settings. Describe the requirements for further study in education or a related discipline. Summarize key concepts, events and personalities related to teaching and learning. Explain theories, concepts and principles connected to the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development of children. Evaluate and prepare curriculum and program activities consistent with current educational theories and models. Compare and contrast core knowledge required for effective teaching in a classroom setting. Discuss elements of The Utah Core Curriculum.
- Demonstrate skills to communicate orally and in writing about key concepts and significant topics in education. Identify and explain appropriate state and Federal documentation including IEP's, IFSP's. Demonstrate effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques with students and families.
- Demonstrate how to use and interpret data, graphs, and tables to analyze relevant information for working with students in a classroom setting. Explain various ways to interpret mathematical concepts as they pertain to assessing learning to enhance teaching and clarify data for parents.
- Construct a personal philosophy of education. Systematically complete reflective assignments demonstrating analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
- Successfully complete service learning and field experience in predetermined local elementary and secondary schools.
Transfer Pathway
The Education Program is a two-year program designed to prepare students to transfer to an accredited four-year teacher licensure program.
Students should select electives based on the institution to which they intend to transfer. Electives may be selected with approval from the EDU Academic Advisor or the EDU Associate Dean. Students should consult with the Education Academic Advisor to ensure that the correct classes are taken for transferability to their school of choice. Guidelines (advising forms) for transfer to other Education programs in Utah are available from the EDU Academic Advisor. Please note that the Education electives are subject to change, so it is important that all students meet with an Advisor before enrolling for classes. Students are also advised to contact the Education Advisor at the school(s) to which they intend to transfer for the most current information.
Career Outlook
Some careers shown require further education beyond this program.
Additional Information
Licensure Information
The Education AS program alone does not lead to professional licensure. This program prepares students for application and transfer to other programs of study that could eventually lead to professional licensure. Professional licensure requirements vary from state-to-state. You can view additional information about state licensure requirements on our Professional Licensure webpage.