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Foundations of Teacher Education - Associate Degree

Program Code : 105222

As an educator , you will work directly with students under the supervision of a licensed teacher . Your education will prepare you to fulfill multiple roles such as assisting students with assignments , guiding behavior , supporting students with special needs ( including personal hygiene ), and clerical tasks related to instruction . You may work with children from pre-kindergarten through age 21 during the traditional school day and year . Your career opportunities exist in preschools , elementary schools , middle schools , and high schools . Graduates with the Foundations of Teacher Education Associate Degree may also work as a substitute teacher .

Delivery

Day Full-time Online : Some courses include practicum hours which must be completed in person at a work site . Part-time

Explore Locations

This program is offered at :

Green Bay

Program Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition : $ 9,741 , Books : $ 244 , Supplies : $ 525 Total Approximate Costs $ 10,510

This program is eligible for financial aid . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college )

Estimates based on in-state residency . Learn more about tuition and fees . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees )

Requirements for Program Entry

Submit the following : High school transcript ( or GED / HSED transcript ). College transcript . It is necessary to show good health as evidenced by a medical examination within 90 days prior to beginning practicum classes .

To be admitted to this program , learners must achieve a prior cumulative high school or college grade point average of 2.6 or higher OR a satisfactory academic skills assessment score . College grade point average must be based on 15 credits or more . To learn more about starting this program , please contact an academic advisor at ( 920 ) 498-5444 or ( 888 ) 385-6982 .

Once you are accepted to the program , you will need to complete a Caregiver Background Check . A fee is charged for this service . Additional information will be provided upon acceptance into the program .

Attend mandatory program orientation .

Tip ! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step . Have questions ? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc . edu or 920-498-5444 .

Program Outcomes

Demonstrate instructional support strategies for content areas . Implement developmentally appropriate practices to foster learning . Adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners . Use proactive classroom management techniques . Incorporate the reflective process to promote professional growth . Perform professional responsibilities .

Curriculum

Students following the study plan below will complete the Foundations of Teacher Education Associate Degree in the number of semesters shown . Courses are offered online , and may be taken in any order as long as prerequisites are met . Four program courses are offered in-person each semester . Below is a suggested timeline :

First Semester 8 Week 1 10890101 - College 101 1 10522103 - EDU : Intro to Educ Practices 3 10522112 - EDU : Equity in Education 3

Semester Total 16

Second Semester 8 Week 1 10522102 - EDU : Techniques in Reading 3 10804134 - Mathematical Reasoning 3 10522105 - EDU : Behavior Management 3

Semester Total 15

Third Semester 8 Week 1 10522107 - EDU : Overview of Special Ed 3

10809188 - Developmental Psychology 3

Full Semester 10522129 - EDU : Practicum 1 3

Semester Total 15

Fourth Semester 8 Week 1

10522120 - EDU : Techniques in Science 3 10801196 - Oral / Interpersonal Comm 3

Full Semester 10522131 - EDU : Practicum 2 3

Semester Total 15

Total Credits 61

Curriculum Note : Required 90 practicum hours in classroom under supervision of K-12 teacher . NWTC Faculty arranges practicum settings for / with students . Students are required to achieve a grade of “ C ” or higher in the practicum courses to continue in or graduate from this program .

Completed criminal background check required annually . It is necessary to show good health as evidenced by a medical examination including having a TB screening administered within 12 months before practicum placement . Wisconsin Caregiver Law . NWTC is required to comply with the Wisconsin Caregiver Law ( 2009 WISCONSIN ACT 76 ). The completion of a caregiver background check includes the review 243 of criminal records