Education Program

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What will I learn?

If you are interested in mentoring our youth and inspiring the next generation, teaching may be a great career choice. 

The LCCC education program develops competent, highly reflective educators

  • who understand how diverse learners grow and develop
  • who integrate current research into teaching practice
  • who apply effective assessment and instructional strategies
  • who demonstrate personal responsibility in the profession

Students in the education program learn how to create engaging lessons and activities to meet the needs of different learners. They also participate in classroom observations and a practicum in a school setting.

Education majors must pass a Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation background check.  Additional screenings may be required for students who complete their practicum experience outside of Wyoming.

After completing the education degree program at LCCC, students must transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a bachelor's degree before applying for teacher licensure. 

The education program at LCCC offers two Associate of Arts degree options to choose from based on the ages with whom you wish to work:

Associate of Arts

The Elementary and Early Childhood Education Program is designed for students interested in pursuing a teaching career in an elementary (K-6) setting. Students gain knowledge and skills by participating in student-centered activities, inquiry projects, and practical classroom experiences in schools.

Most school districts require anyone observing, volunteering, working, with students to submit to a background check. Before you begin your practicum in the school setting, education majors must pass a Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation background check. Additional screenings may be required for students who complete their practicum experience outside of Wyoming.

Available online.

Transfer Agreements

Associate of Arts

The Secondary Education Program is for students interested in a teaching career targeted at 7th - 12th grades. Pre-service teachers gain knowledge and skills by participating in student-centered activities, inquiry projects, and practical classroom experiences in schools.

Most school districts require anyone observing, volunteering, working, with students to submit to a background check. Before you begin your practicum in the school setting, education majors must pass a Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation background check.  Additional screenings may be required for students who complete their practicum experience outside of Wyoming.

Students can choose approved courses in subjects related to those they will teach: Agriculture, Art, English, World Language, Math, Science or Social Studies.

Available online.

Transfer Agreements

Secondary Education: History

Secondary Education: Mathematics 

Secondary Education: Social Studies

What can I do with this degree?

Graduates need to continue their education at a four-year institution to earn at least a bachelor's degree to become a teacher in a public or private school setting:

Visit Career Coach for additional information about Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education.

Visit Career Coach for additional information about Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education.

Visit Career Coach for additional information about Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education.

Visit Career Coach for additional information about Special Education Teachers, Elementary School.

Visit Career Coach for additional information about Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education.

Visit LCCC's Career Resources to find tools for selecting the right program for you and marketing yourself to future employers.

Cost of Attendance

For general college expenses, students should view LCCC’s cost of attendance. Students in this program typically incur additional expenses of approximately $20 for a background check.