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Childhood Education (Teacher Education Transfer)

Associate of Arts (A.A.)

Start your path to becoming a certified K-12 teacher. Study child psychology and teaching methods, then transfer to a four-year education program to make a lifelong impact in the classroom.

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64 Credit Hours
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Program Overview

Our teacher education transfer program introduces you to the historical, philosophical, and social foundations of education. You'll learn about teaching as an occupation, participate in structured school observations, and discuss key issues in education today (such as school safety, effective assessment strategies, and how to provide a quality education for all).

By the end of the program, you'll be ready to transfer to a four-year institution where you will take the next steps toward becoming a certified K-12 teacher.

  • Careers in Education

    There is a critical need for impactful teachers to educate and inspire the next generation. The U.S. Department of Education has identified numerous teacher shortages across New York State — particularly in language arts, health and fitness, science, and special education.

    Career Snapshot: Kindergarten and Elementary School Teachers

    • Median Salary: $63,820 nationally
    • Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree and state certification
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    Explore More Career Pathways: Visit Career Coach or the Bureau of Labor Statistics to compare job titles, education requirements, salary data, and employment outlook.

  • Transfer to a Bachelor’s Degree Program

    The Liberal Arts and Sciences: Childhood Education (Teacher Education Transfer) A.A. degree prepares you to transfer to a related bachelor’s degree program. You'll take classes that align with the requirements of a future college major.

    FLCC partners with other colleges to make your transfer path easier:

    • Transfer Agreements outline how FLCC classes and credits transfer to a partner college.
    • Joint Admissions Agreements admit you to FLCC and a transfer school at the same time.

    Our advisors will help you select courses that fit your goals and make the most of your credits when you transfer.

    View Transfer Options

    Where Our Students Transfer

    Students in our Liberal Arts and Sciences: Childhood Education program go on to earn a bachelor's degree from colleges such as:

    • Keuka College
    • Roberts Wesleyan University
    • SUNY Brockport
    • SUNY Geneseo
    • St. John Fisher University
    • SUNY Cortland
    • SUNY Oswego

  • Learn from Certified Teachers in K-12 Classrooms

    Complete 30 hours of classroom observation at a regional public school. You select the school, grade level, and subject to ensure that your education matches your professional goals.

    Previous program graduates have completed their observation hours at a variety of local school districts, including Bloomfield, Canandaigua, Fairport, Geneva, Rochester, Victor, and many others.

    Experiment with Innovative Education Technology

    Teaching in the 21st century requires a high level of comfort with digital technology and online learning strategies. Explore emerging trends in educational technology and discuss how to use these tools to create meaningful experiences for students.

    Practice a variety of online teaching strategies while learning about digital communication, accessibility standards, and licensing principles.

    You will also gain experience with specific tools, including:

    • Programming literacy (Hour of Code, Twine)
    • Collaboration software (Flipboard, Wakelet)
    • Digital engagement tools (Padlet, Quizlet, Starfish)
    • Online learning platforms (Google Classrooms, Pear Deck, NearPod)

  • Childhood Education Courses

    Sample core courses you'll take in this program include:

    Visit our academic catalog for a complete list of program requirements. Review prerequisites, general education requirements, electives, and a sample schedule.

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Earn this Degree for Free with SUNY Reconnect

Complete your associate degree in this high-demand field at no cost. If you are a New Yorker between the ages of 25 and 55, review the eligibility criteria to take advantage of this cost-saving opportunity.

Low-Cost Tuition and Scholarship Opportunities

Earn an affordable SUNY education at FLCC. With low in-state tuition, financial aid, and scholarships that can help reduce your program costs, you can make a confident plan to pay for college. Our financial aid team can help you review your estimated expenses and the steps to apply for aid.

Program Page Cost Statistics

$5,616

annual in-state tuition ($234 per credit hour).
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81%

of students are eligible for financial aid or scholarships.
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$23M

in financial aid was awarded to our students last year.
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