Course variations
| Study mode | Duration | Tuition fees | Start date | Venue |
| Full Time | Variable | $12561 for Fall and Spring | Contact provider |
College of Education...
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Course summary
This program is a terminal degree which will qualify them as a lead teacher in a child care setting, a position as director or teacher in a pre-school, or as an aide in public school kindergarten or primary grades. Under the No Child Left Behind Act, those holding an AAS degree are deemed “highly qualified” as public school aides. In 2005, the numbers of such positions greatly exceed the numbers of persons highly qualified, so holding this degree currently gives them an excellent position in the job market. There are 61 credits in this degree. Of these, 30 are General Education and Elective credits, 31 are Early Childhood Development credits. 6 credits of Practicum are required, two semesters in two settings with two different age groups. The focus of the degree is on understanding child development, strengthening observation abilities and developing skills working with young children. In addition, this program will acquaint them with resources for continuing professional growth, and give you opportunities to discuss best practice with others in the field.
Entry requirement for international students
Students must have earned the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma with GPA of at least 2.5 and completion of either SAT, ACT or a UAA-approved test (high school graduates with GPAs between 2.0 and 2.49 will be admitted on probation); or Successful completion of the GED, and completion of either SAT, ACT or a UAA-approved test. Undergraduate applicants MUST take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam and achieve a minimum score for admission into a program. Minimum TOEFL Scores of 133 on the computer-based test, 45 to 46 on the internet based test, or 450 on the paper-based test. Minimum IELTS Scores 4 to 4.5.
University of Alaska Anchorage accepts IELTS*
* Please check with your chosen school for the exact entry requirements for your programme.
Qualification
Associate degree
Awarding body
University Of Alaska Anchorage
Department name
College of Education, Department of Teaching and Learning
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