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Teaching and Education programs at CCC will help prepare you to enter the classroom as an effective teacher or become an educational leader. Open the door today to teaching, education administration and more.
Whether you're looking to get your CTE Licensure, an associate degree or Oregon Transfer degree (AAOT) - CCC has you covered. Get started on your journey toward teaching the age groups and subjects that interest you. Or gain the skills needed for many other educational professions.
If you're looking to make an impact on classrooms and shape the minds of the future - you'll feel at home in CCC's Education and Teaching programs.
Grant-funded courses - Spring term
ED-216 Foundations of Teaching/Education (4 credits, online and in person)
Provides an overview of the educational system in the U.S. including historical, legal, and philosophical foundations of education. Explores the financing, governance and organization of education as well as current issues impacting our educational system. Provides an overview of diversity in educational settings and the characteristics and ethical obligations of effective schools and professional educators. Examines career options and pathways in the field of education.
For all education seeking students: Early Childhood Education, K-12.
ED-101 Intro Ed Practicum & Seminar (3 credits)
This course introduces students to critical topics associated with the education profession. Each topic will be considered on an introductory level with an understanding that future classes will expand student comprehension and knowledge to a mastery level. Students are also required to participate in a 6-hour-per-week practicum to provide the opportunity to experience directly the various educational issues discussed in class. Required: Student Petition.
For K-12 students only.
ECE-280 Early Childhood Education Cooperative Work Experience (2-6 credits)
Cooperative work experience. Provides students with on-the-job experience in the field of early childhood education. Students will work nine hours a week in pre-approved educational settings that serve children from six weeks old through age eight. Required: Student petition.
Prerequisites
- ECE-121, ECE-150, and ECE-154 - Must be completed prior to taking this course.
- CWE-281 - Must be taken at the same time as this course.
Teaching and Education Programs
Associate of Applied Science Degrees - Two Years to Complete
Certificate Programs - One Year to Complete
Transfer to a four-year university
Our Early Childhood Education degree program has articulation agreements with Portland State University, Oregon State University and Southern Oregon University. The Oregon Transfer degree (AAOT) is accepted at all public and private universities in Oregon.
Common Teaching and Education Transfer Majors
- Education
- Elementary Education AAOT
Get Started in Teaching and Education
You don't have to have your career goals figured out yet. Start with foundations like math and English composition and see where a Clackamas Community College education in Teaching and Education can take you.
Apply and Get Started at CCC
It only takes a few steps to apply to CCC, apply for financial aid and get started on your path to academic success.
Contact the Teaching and Education Advisor Before Registering for Courses
Teaching and Education advisor:
Stefanie Diaz-Zavala
stefanie.diaz-zaval@clackamas.edu
Begin with courses that will help you reach your academic and career goals
Whether you have a career in mind or are just starting to explore your interest in teaching and education, you can save time and money by starting with courses that can take you anywhere. Create a strong foundation for any education program or a transfer degree at Clackamas Community College by starting with the courses below.
| Beginning Courses | Terms Typically Offered In | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FYE-101 First Year Experience Level I | Fall, winter, spring, summer | 2 |
| MTH-065 Algebra II OR MTH-211 Fundamentals of Elementary Math I OR MTH-212 Fundamentals of Elementary Math II OR MTH-213 Fundamentals of Elementary Math III | Fall, winter, spring, summer (MTH-065), fall (MTH-211), winter (MTH-212), spring (MTH-213) | 4 |
| HPE-295 Health & Fitness for Life | Fall, winter, spring | 3 |
| WR-121Z Composition I | Fall, winter, spring, summer | 4 |
| ED-216 Foundations of Teaching & Education | Fall, winter, spring | 4 |
View the course catalog for more information about Teaching and Education courses. View the schedule for times and locations of upcoming courses.
Contact us
Contact the Teaching and Education advisor to learn more about this educational focus area:
Stefanie Diaz-Zavala
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Contact the Teaching and Education navigator:
Mayla Morgan
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Important information
Early Childhood Education and Family Studies programs
The Early Childhood Education and Family Studies certificate and degree are now fully available. Get more information in Spanish.
Licensing information
Students wishing to become licensed teachers should pursue the AAOT in either Elementary Education or in the subject they plan to teach in the future (English or math, for example). The AAOT is accepted at all public and private universities in Oregon.
Learn more about CTE Licensure and Oregon's CTE Career Areas.
Pay for college
You may be eligible for financial support.
- Visit the Financial Aid office in person at Wacheno Welcome Center
- Explore Financial Aid and Scholarships online
Related activities
- Work-based learning experiences such as practicums are available.
- Education Department Announcements
Academic support
CCC Library offers free print and online access to many textbooks and industry publications, 24/7 live chat help, 1:1 in-person and Zoom research appointments, and more.