Childhood Education (Teacher Education Transfer)

Career Outlook

There is a great need for impactful teachers to educate and inspire the next generation. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for K-12 teachers is expected to grow 8% by 2030. The U.S. Department of Education has identified numerous teacher shortages across the state of New York — especially in language arts, health and fitness, science, and special education.

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Smooth Transfer to a Four-Year College

If you're considering a bachelor’s degree after FLCC, our academic advisors will help you connect with four-year schools and explore transfer options. We'll assist you in selecting courses that efficiently meet the requirements for both FLCC and your future college.

• Joint Admissions Agreements: These allow first-year students to gain admission to both FLCC and participating four-year schools at the same time. Gain peace of mind knowing your next step is set while you complete your associate degree with us.
• Transfer Articulation Agreements: These partnerships ensure your credits from FLCC will transfer directly and seamlessly to a partner four-year school. You can enter a bachelor’s program with full junior standing, saving you time and money.

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Where Our Students Transfer

Many students in our Liberal Arts and Sciences: Childhood Education program go on to complete a four-year degree at colleges such as:

• Keuka College
• Roberts Wesleyan University
• SUNY Brockport
• SUNY Geneseo
• St. John Fisher University
• SUNY Cortland
• SUNY Oswego

Learn from Certified Teachers in K-12 Classrooms

Complete 30 hours of classroom observation at a regional public school. You select the school, grade level, and subject to ensure that your education matches your professional goals.

Previous program graduates have completed their observation hours at a variety of local school districts, including Bloomfield, Canandaigua, Fairport, Geneva, Rochester, Victor, and many others.

Experiment with Innovative Education Technology

Teaching in the 21st century requires a high level of comfort with digital technology and online learning strategies. Explore emerging trends in educational technology and discuss how to use these tools to create meaningful experiences for students.

Practice a variety of online teaching strategies while learning about digital communication, accessibility standards, and licensing principles.

You will also gain experience with specific tools, including:

• Programming literacy (Hour of Code, Twine)
• Collaboration software (Flipboard, Wakelet)
• Digital engagement tools (Padlet, Quizlet, Starfish)
• Online learning platforms (Google Classrooms, Pear Deck, NearPod)

Sample Courses

Visit our academic catalog for a complete listing of program requirements, including prerequisites, general education requirements, electives, and a sample schedule.

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Sample core courses you'll take in this program include:

• CSC 121 - Technology in Education
• EDU 200 - Foundations of American Education
• EDU 210 - Organization and Issues
• FYS 135 - First Year Experince Education Majors
• MAT 180 - Mathematics/Elementary School Teachers I
• MAT 280 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II
• PSY 100 - Introduction to Psychology
• PSY 225 - Child Psychology