AS-Erly Chld Edu/Erly Intv 2 Yr
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Program Description
This 69-credit two-year program is designed to meet entry-level Pennsylvania requirements for assistant teachers in preschools and kindergartens, as well as childcare/learning centers and Head Start programs. A GPA of 2.0 is required for graduation with an Associate degree.
For those individuals who complete the Associate degree and wish to transfer their credits to a four-year Education baccalaureate degree, a grade of C or better in all Education, MATH, and ENGLISH courses and an overall GPA of 3.0 or greater are required. Completed coursework that is seven years or older cannot be applied to a four-year Education baccalaureate degree.
Students who wish to earn PA Level I teacher certification will need to meet the Pennsylvania Department of Education requirements in effect at the time of application for certification.