Students complete their Freshman and Sophomore years at SMCC and receive an Associate of Arts. They then transfer to ASU and apply for the Professional Teacher Preparation Program. The Dynamic Learning Program began in 1993 with one block of courses and expanded to four semesters in 1996. The first graduating class from South Mountain transferred to ASU in 1998. However, D.L. students who meet the minimum admissions standards are given special consideration by virtue of their participation in the Dynamic Learning Program.
Most coursework is taught in integrated learning communities.
Students are placed in a cohort of about 30-40 students with whom they stay with for the majority of their classes. The curriculum combines readings and activities pertaining to education. Students conduct internships in area schools as part of their curriculum. To inform students about test requirements and test dates. To provide opportunities for students to visit ASU so that they can feel welcome and familiar with the campus.