Program overview

Ready to begin your path toward becoming an elementary school teacher? This transfer degree builds a strong foundation in teaching, child development, communication, and subject-area preparation for future educators. You will complete lower-division coursework designed for transfer and gain insight into effective classroom practice with diverse learners. Career opportunities include instructional aide and education support roles while you continue toward a teaching credential.

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Elementary Teacher Education

Associate of Arts for Transfer

Program Units: 60.0 UNITS

About Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADT)

The Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a California State University (CSU). Students completing the Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students who have been awarded an AA-T or AS-T similar to their intended CSU major are able to complete the remaining requirements for the 120-unit baccalaureate degree within 60 semester units, after transferring. Students planning to transfer to a university that is not part of the CSU system are encouraged to speak with a Lemoore College counselor and consult with ASSIST.org to plan accordingly.

To earn an AA-T or an AS-T degree, a student must:

  • Complete a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units with a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
  • Complete all major requirements with grades of C or better. A P (Pass) grade is also an acceptable grade for courses in the major if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis. Pass is defined as C or better.
  • Complete the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC), which requires 34 semester units. Double counting of major and Cal-GETC courses is encouraged and permitted.

This program map from the 2026-2027 catalog year represents one possible path through the program and is for reference only. Selections made here do not constitute an official education plan.
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This program map from the 2026-2027 catalog year represents one possible path through the program and is for reference only. Selections made here do not constitute an official education plan. Make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.

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Fall 2026 1st Term – 16.0 UNITS
Introduction to Teaching

EDUC 001

3 Units
Major
Academic Reading and Writing

ENGL C1000

4 Units
Major
Structure & Concepts in Mathematics I

MATH 010A

3 Units
Major
United States History to 1877

HIST C1001

3 Units
Major
Music Appreciation

MUS 042

3 Units
Major
Spring 2027 2nd Term – 16.0 UNITS
Critical Thinking in the Classroom

EDUC 005

3 Units
Major
Introduction to Public Speaking

COMM C1000

3 Units
Major
Introduction to Earth Science

ESCI 002

4 Units
Major
Structure & Concepts in Mathematics II

MATH 010B

3 Units
Major
Area 6 : Ethnic Studies
3 Units
General Education
Fall 2026 3rd Term – 16.0 UNITS
World Regional Geography

GEOG 002

3 Units
Major
Introduction to Literature

ENGL C1002

3 Units
Major
World History I

HIST 020

3 Units
Major
Chemistry and Physics for Educators

PHYSCI 002

4 Units
Major
Spring 2027 4th Term – 12.0 UNITS
Biology for Education

BIO 015

3 Units
Major
Introduction to Linguistics

LING 011

3 Units
Major
American Government and Politics

POLS C1000

3 Units
Major
Transferable Electives
1-12 Units
Elective
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Program Learning Outcomes

1
Student will be able to compose a formal, argumentative MLA-style research paper that shows an understanding of the writing process, technical correctness, and higher level critical thinking skills.
2
Student will be able to identify a career path and educational goals for a career in education taking into consideration the level(s)they want to teach and the institution(s) where they want to complete their degree(s) and credential(s).
3
Student will be able to provide a college-level in-class written analysis of authors’ content and style.
4
Student will be able to develop and teach a standards-based lesson in an authentic educational setting that will include intention/rationale, process, assessment, and reflection.
5
Student will be able to demonstrate basic public speaking delivery techniques.