Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs
A.A.-T Degree Education · Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs Associate in Arts for Transfer
The Associate in Arts for Transfer in Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs Associate in Arts for Transfer degree is designed to prepare students for transfer to a California State University (CSU) traditional or integrated teacher preparation programs in Multiple Subject (Elementary School) and Special Education. This degree incorporates the elementary subject matter competence requirements as established by the California Teacher Credentialing Commission and prepares students for the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) and California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) Multiple Subjects exam. Additionally, the degree may also serve as preparation for paraprofessional positions in the K-12 classroom. Upon completion of the following requirements, the student will be eligible for an Associate Degree for Transfer: (1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following: a. California General Education Transfer Curriculum (CalGETC). b. A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district. (2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. (3) The completion of all courses required for the major with a "C" or better. A "P" (Pass) grade is acceptable for courses in the major.
Program Learning Outcomes
1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to identify elements of diversity and evaluate learning needs in diverse student populations.
2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to analyze how teachers and schools can promote learning for all students.
3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to demonstrate proficiency in 14 content areas required for subject matter competency for elementary teachers.
Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs Associate in Arts for Transfer: Complete all of the following | 38-40.5 | |
| Core Courses: Complete all of the following | 25-26.5 | |
| EDUC B24 | Introduction to Classroom Teaching | 3 |
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| POLS C1000 | American Government and Politics | 3 |
| HIST C1001 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| CHDV B21 | Child Growth and Development: Birth Through Adolescence | 3 |
| BIOL B11 | Concepts of Biology | 4 |
| College Composition: Complete the following number of rules: 1 | 3-4.5 | |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing | 3 |
| ENGL C1000E | Academic Reading and Writing | 3.5 |
| EMLS B1A | Expository Composition | 4 |
| EMLS B1AL | Expository Composition with Supplemental Instruction | 4.5 |
| History or Literature: Complete the following number of rules: 1 | 3 | |
| HIST B1 | World History to 1500 | 3 |
| ENGL B33 | Children's Literature | 3 |
| ENGL C1002 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| List A - Select 4 units | 4 | |
| PHSC B12 | Physical Science | 4 |
| Earth Science with Lab: Complete all of the following | 4 | |
| ERSC B10 | Introduction to Earth Science | 3 |
| ERSC B10L | Earth Science Laboratory | 1 |
| List B - Select 3 units: Complete the following number of rules: 1 | 3 | |
| ART B1 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| MUSC B22 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
| THEA B20 | Introduction to Theatre | 3 |
| List C - Select two courses | 6-7 | |
| MATH B4A | Number Systems | 4 |
| COMP B2 | Introduction to Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| HIST B18 | History of California | 3 |
| EDUC B10 | Foundations of Educational Technology | 3 |
| EDUC B5 | Learning in Math and Science | 3 |
| EDUC B8 | Sociocultural Foundations of Education | 3 |
| EDUC B9 | Foundations of Literacy | 3 |