Your passion for learning and teaching others to learn will propel you to success in our Education Program. Here, you’ll learn the groundwork for a career in education. We emphasize reflective teaching, practical experience and training our future teachers through the latest models of academic instruction. This highly transferable program sets you up for a wonderful career in education.
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Ann Selleck
Academic Coordinator English, Social Science, Humanities
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Degrees and Certificates Offered
Education, AA
Overview
Elementary school teachers work with children ages 5 to 13. Most are assigned to one grade level, K-6, with a classroom of about 20-25 children. They teach a broad range of subjects such as reading, math, geography, and science.
Secondary School Teachers work with students age 14-18. They teach classes within a designated discipline such as math, English and science.
Program Details
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Transferability
General education requirements may differ from one institution to another. Contact your preferred institutions and plan their general education requirements accordingly with an LCC advisor.
Education, GA
Overview
This degree is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in education, either through employment as a teacher paraprofessional or a preschool teacher/administrator in a daycare setting, or through transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Education leading to teacher certification in the state of Michigan. This Career Community includes the following pathways: Child Development and Early Education, Education, and Teacher Paraprofessional. This degree includes a set of courses common to all majors under this umbrella and to the majority of transfer institutions. Students beginning college in this degree program are encouraged to work with academic and program advisors throughout their first few semesters of study to determine their specific major area and transfer institution (if transfer is a goal).
Program Details
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Transferability
General education requirements may differ from one institution to another. Contact your preferred institutions and plan their general education requirements accordingly with an LCC advisor.
Teacher Paraprofessional, AAS
Overview
Teacher Paraprofessionals work under the direction of a classroom teacher in settings ranging from early childhood through elementary, middle school and high school. This curriculum meets federal requirements for teacher parapros.
Some of the duties of the teacher parapro include working with small groups of children on their reading, math, and writing development; collecting and recording data on student performance; using technology for instructional purposes; and carrying out the instructional objectives of the classroom teacher. In addition, the teacher parapro must be able to communicate effectively with parents, students, and teachers; implement behavior management techniques; and recognize a range of special needs.
Program Details
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Transferability
General education requirements may differ from one institution to another. Contact your preferred institutions and plan their general education requirements accordingly with an LCC advisor.
Teacher Paraprofessional, CC
Overview
The certificate offers a foundation in educational concepts and a practical introduction to classroom management and content-area instruction. It is intended for students who may have already met federal requirements for teacher paraprofessionals by completing 60 college credits or an associate degree in a field other than education. Courses in this certificate may also be applied toward an associate degree or transfer program leading to teacher certification.
A criminal background check is required for employment in this field.
Program Details
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Contact Us
Education Program
Arts and Sciences Division
Arts & Sciences Building Room 2203
Phone: 517-483-1061