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Associate of Arts in Teaching, 4-8 (Generalist), EC-12 Special Education (For Transfer to UNT, 4-8 Social Studies Track)

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Program Available at:

  • Brookhaven
  • Cedar Valley
  • Eastfield
  • El Centro
  • Mountain View
  • North Lake
  • Richland

Transferable to:

  • University of North Texas (UNT)

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For more information, visit the Dallas College Teaching Degrees webpage and your academic advisor at your campus.

The Associate of Arts in Teaching (A.A.T.) is a Board-approved collegiate degree program consisting of lower-division courses intended for transfer to baccalaureate programs that lead to initial Texas teacher certification. This plan is for those who are interested in earning certification to teach 4th – 8th grades in a generalist classroom setting or Special Education at all levels.

This pathway is an example course sequence for students interested in transferring to UNT to pursue the bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, with certification in grades 4-8, on track for additional certifications in Social Studies. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn the A.A.T. 4-8 (Generalist)/EC-12 Special Education degree. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.

Visit www.dcccd.edu/transfer and select “Transfer from Dallas College" then click on UNT to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your academic advisor to choose courses that will help you pursue Teaching as a major at UNT.


Catalog Year       2021-2022  You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.

Degree Type       Associate of Arts in Teaching

GPA Requirement       Student must earn a GPA of 2.5 or higher

TSI       Must be Complete


SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS

All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements.

DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS

SEMESTER 1

ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.

HIST 1301 – United States History I This is a Core course.

GEOG 1303 – World Regional Geography This is a Core course.

SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication* This is a Core course.

GEOL 1401 – Earth Sciences for Non-Science Majors I This is a Core course.

* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list.

SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS

  1. Meet with your advisor to confirm your academic and career goals by the end of the semester.
  2. Meet with a career advisor/coach to research career options with a Teaching degree.
  3. Meet with a faculty or career advisor regarding placement for field observation required for EDUC 1301 course.
  4. Begin researching information at UNT to pursue teacher certifications in grades 4-8 or Special Education.

 Total Hours: 16

SEMESTER 2

ENGL 1302 – Composition II This is a Core course.

MATH 1314 – College Algebra This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.

GEOL 1403 – Physical Geology To complete the A.A.T. – 4-8 degree, GEOL 1403 OR another science course listed in the degree requirements for the 4-8/EC-12 AAT is required.

EDUC 1301 – Introduction to the Teaching Profession

* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list.

SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS

  1. Meet with your advisor to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career pathway and program of study.
  2. Ask about your options for transferring to UNT.
  3. Meet with a faculty or career advisor regarding placement for field observation required for EDUC 2301 course.

Total Hours: 13

SEMESTER 3

GOVT 2305 – Federal Government This is a Core course.

MATH 1350 – Mathematics for Teachers I

ENGL 2332 – World Literature I* This is a Core course.

PHYS 1415 – Physical Science I* This is a Core course.

EDUC 2301 – Introduction to Special Populations

* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list.

SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS

  1. Begin applying to UNT.
  2. Begin applying for Financial Aid and Scholarships. You can start the FAFSA in October for the next academic year. (i.e., in October 2021, you can complete the FAFSA if you plan to register for classes at UNT Fall 2022).
  3. Check with your advisor for important deadlines and dates.

 Total Hours: 16

SEMESTER 4

GOVT 2306 – Texas Government This is a Core course.

MATH 1351 – Mathematics for Teachers II

CHOOSE ONE:   

  • HIST 2301 – Texas History This is a Core course. OR
  • HIST 1302 – United States History II This is a Core course.

CHOOSE ONE:   

  • ARTS 1301 – Art Appreciation* This is a Core course. OR
  • MUSI 1306 – Music Appreciation* This is a Core course.                    

CHOOSE ONE:   

* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list.

SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS

  1. After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your advisor to apply for the Associate of Arts in Teaching degree.
  2. Sign up for commencement.
  3. Request final transcripts to be sent to UNT.
  4. Join the Alumni Network!

Total Hours: 15-16

PATHWAY TOTAL: 60-61 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS