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Associate of Science

The Associate of Science in Teaching (AST) is a transfer degree that prepares students to enroll in a Baccalaureate of Science in Elementary Education at a Louisiana college/university. The degree is designed for non-traditional and traditional students who wish to become certified to teach first-through-fifth grade elementary students in Louisiana. BRCC students should consult an advisor for specifics regarding teacher education in the state of Louisiana.

Although this is not a selective admissions program, students must pass a criminal background check to enroll in the courses that include mandatory experience observing classroom operations in an elementary school (TEAC 2013, TEAC 2033).

To receive this degree, the student must:

  • Pass a criminal background check before beginning field experience for both TEAC 2013 and TEAC 2033 classes.
  • Complete the AST application/interview process and be accepted to the program.
  • Have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or better in all credit hours to be used towards the degree.
  • Complete an exit survey before graduation.
  • Complete the coursework listed below.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:

  • Demonstrate written and verbal communications skills essential for a classroom teacher.
  • Demonstrate the ability to analyze major theories of human learning and development, child psychology, culture, diversity, student rights, and exceptionalities.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of professionalism, curriculum, planning, observation, and assessment techniques necessary to be effective in the classroom with students in grades 1-5.

First Semester

  • ENGL 1013 English Composition I - 3 Credits
  • MATH 1213 College Algebra - 3 Credits
  • PSYC 2613 Educational Psychology - 3 Credits
  • General Education Natural Science (Life Science), first in sequence - 3 Credits
  • Any General Education fine Arts course - 3 Credits

Semester Total: 15

Second Semester

  • ENGL 1023 English Composition II - 3 Credits
  • MATH 1303 Elementary Statistics OR MATH 2303 Basic Statistics I - 3 Credits
  • General Education Natural Science (Life Science), second in sequence based on choice in first semester - 3 Credits
  • GEOG 2013 Introduction to Geography - 3 Credits
  • HIST 1123 World Civilization 1500 to Present - 3 Credits

Semester Total: 15

Third Semester

  • ENGL 2123 Major British Writers - 3 Credits
  • MATH 1673 Elementary Number Structure - 3 Credits
  • General Education Natural Science (Physical Science) - 3 Credits
  • TEAC 2013 Teaching and Learning in Diverse Settings I - 3 Credits
  • HIST 2013 American History Colonial to 1865 - 3 Credits

Semester Total: 15

Fourth Semester

  • ENGL 2173 Major American Writers - 3 Credits
  • MATH 1683 Geometry for Elem./Middle School Teachers - 3 Credits
  • General Education Natural Science (Physical Science) - 3 Credits
  • TEAC 2033 Teaching and Learning in Diverse Settings II - 3 Credits
  • POLI 2013 American Government - 3 Credits

Semester Total: 15

Total Program Hours: 60