Associate of Arts in Teaching (8-12) Degree Plan


PROGRAM INFORMATION: The curriculum shown below is designed for students who plan to pursue a degree in teaching 8th - 12th grade. After successfully completing the Associate of Arts in Teaching at Navarro College, students are prepared to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree and earn a Texas Teaching Certification

FRESHMAN YEAR - Fall

COURSE SECTION COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
ENGL 1301 Composition I 3
HIST 1301 United States History I 3
X4XX Approved Life / Physical Sciences 4
SPCH 1315 Public Speaking 3
MATH 1314 College Algebra 3
Fall Total Credit Hours   16



FRESHMAN YEAR - Spring

COURSE SECTION COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
ENGL 1302 Composition II 3
HIST 1302 United States History II 3
X4XX Approved Life / Physical Sciences 4
COSC 1301 Introduction to Computing 3
X1XX Approved Elective 1
Spring Total Credit Hours   14



SOPHOMORE YEAR - Fall

COURSE SECTION COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
GOVT 2305 Federal Government 3
X3XX Approved Visual / Performing Arts Elective 3
X3XX Academic Specialization 3
X3XX Academic Specialization 3
EDUC 1301 Introduction - Teaching Profession 3
Fall Total Credit Hours   15



SOPHOMORE YEAR - Spring

COURSE SECTION COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
GOVT 2306 Texas Government 3
X3XX Academic Specialization 3
X3XX Approved Language / Philosophy / Culture 3
X3XX Approved Social / Behavioral Science 3
EDUC 2301 Introduction - Special Populations 3
Spring Total Credit Hours   15
Program Total Credit Hours   60



This is a sample degree plan; students should consult catalog of senior institution they plan to attend since some requirements vary. Counselors are available to assist in this matter.

Note: All students majoring in education must take the Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA) test and pass the test before they will be allowed to enter into an education program at a senior institution. Forms may be obtained from an academic counselor.

 

Navarro College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Navarro College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Navarro College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).