Program Information
Learn more about the Education program.
General Help
Ask general questions at our support center.
Course Sequence
- Jump to the Course Sequence
- Print Course Sequence
Field of Interest
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Instructional Assistance program is designed to prepare students to assist the classroom teacher in grades K through 12. Program requirements include coursework in foundations of education and language as well as practical application coursework, including a practicum within a classroom setting.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Field of Interest
- Education
- Type
- Certificate of Completion (CCL)
- Academic Plan
- 教学援助(CER)
- Academic Plan Code
- 5119
- Total Credits Required
- 27
- Catalog Year
- 2023 - 2024
- Effective Term
- Spring 2016
- Notes
-
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You’ll Learn
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Implement developmentally and culturally appropriate instructional strategies and materials.
- Accommodate field-sensitive and field independent styles of teaching and learning.
- Explain the basic philosophical premises of first and second language acquisition as well as the role of culture in learning.
- Participate in K-12 classroom field experiences as an assistant to the teacher.
- Include multicultural literature in instruction to increase cultural awareness and sensitivity.
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet withan academic advisorto develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in yourStudent Centerto manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Note:Because you are viewing this pathway map on a mobile device, some columns below have been hidden. To view all columns, please rotate your device or view this page on a device with a larger screen.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CFS176or ECH176 |
Child DevelopmentorChild Development | SB | 3 | ||
| EDU220 | Introduction to Serving English Language Learners (ELL) | L | 3 | ||
| EDU221 | Introduction to Education | SB | 3 | ||
| EDU291or ENH291 |
Children's LiteratureorChildren's Literature | HU | 3 | ||
| Restricted Electives | RE |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EDU222 | Introduction to the Exceptional Learner | C, SB | 3 | ||
| EDU230 | Cultural Diversity In Education | C, HU | 3 | ||
| Restricted Electives | RE |
Program Electives
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BPC110or CIS105 |
Computer Usage and ApplicationsorSurvey of Computer Information Systems | CS | 3 | ||
| EDU101++ | RE | ||||
| EDU236 | Classroom Relationships | RE | 3 | ||
| EDU282++ | RE | ||||
| EDU292or HUM292or STO292 |
The Art of StorytellingorThe Art of StorytellingorThe Art of Storytelling | C, HU | 3 | ||
| ECH298 or EDU298AC |
ECH298orSpecial Projects | RE | 3 | ||
| ENG101or ENG107 |
First-Year CompositionorFirst-Year Composition for ESL | FYC | 3 | ||
| Any foreign language course | RE |
Note
Restricted Electives (BPC110orCIS105),COM225, and (ENG101orENG107) are recommended to complete required coursework for the Associate in Arts Elementary Education (AA-EE) degree
Ready to get started?
Follow one of the options below to get started on your personal career pathway.
Become a Student
Click here for MCC’s easy-to-use Enrollment Steps.
Program Information
Learn more about and find contact information for the Education program.
General Help
Ask general questions over the phone at 480-461-7400 or via online chat.
Course Area Key
- C= Cultural Diversity in the US
- CS= Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
- FYC= First Year Composition
- HU= Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L= Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- RE= Restricted Elective
- SB= Social-Behavioral Sciences
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, meet withan academic advisorto discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
View MCCCD’sofficial curriculum documentationfor additional details regarding the requirements of this award(https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm?id=92540).