Elementary Education

Associates of Science (University Parallel-Area of Emphasis)

In Partnership with Athens State University Degree Checklist

Program Description

Classes offered in the Elementary Education degree program are intended to prepare students for completion of a four-year degree program in partnership with Athens State University. Therefore, in addition to core collegiate coursework, students will also be introduced to the following:

a study of the earthâ€™s structure, function, physical processes and location in space
a review of topics including general physics and chemistry as it relates to the early elementary classroom
an examination of world regions from a geographical perspective including physical and cultural characteristics

Practical Experience

Certain skills and instructional concepts will be reinforced through participation in the following activities:

hands-on lab experiences
introduction to tools for problem solving, sets, functions, logic, numeration systems and properties of operation
study of general physics and chemistry properties

Career Opportunities

elementary school teacher

Earnings Potential

Salary Data*	Median Annual Salary
School Teacher	$36,597

*Data taken from www.salary.com for positions in the Nashville, TN area as of April, 2011. This salary data is offered for informational purposes only and Motlow State Community College nor its faculty or staff make promises or representations otherwise. Further education and/or certifications may be required to qualify for some positions.

Education Department