This curriculum prepares students to transfer to a Secondary Education program at a four-year college or university. This option allows the student to fulfill general education requirements and to pursue a major area of interest in the second year. As a Secondary Education student, you will be required to select a major at the four-year college or university. This curriculum is designed to prepare students to pursue a bachelor's degree program at the college or university level without loss of credit. Students are advised to check the requirements of the major and institution to which they intend to transfer.
Educational requirements vary among transfer institutions and are currently being evaluated.
It is essential for you to meet with your advisor regularly to be aware of program and certification changes. The exam assesses basic reading, writing, and mathematics skills. Scores from Praxis 1 are used for admission to four-year Teacher Education programs and are required for Teacher Certification in Maryland and most other states. In our society where both parents are working full-time outside the home, the need for qualified childcare providers is growing rapidly. This curriculum is designed to provide the student with a well-rounded background in early childhood development.