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Program checklist · AS

Elementary and Special Education Transfer Pathway, AS

Anoka-Ramsey Community College · Coon Rapids, MN

A checklist is the list of requirements to complete this program and receive the award, as the college publishes it in its catalog. It is the same for everyone. It does not say what you have completed; that comes from applying your own record.

Program
Award
AS
Credential class
ceterms:AssociateDegree
CIP
42.2806
Credits (computed from items)
112-116
Catalog edition
2026-2027
Checklist type
degree-program
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
172963
CourseShelf checklist
CK_172963_5f09ab9a
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Program Requirements: 17 Credits

4 items
  1. 4
  2. 4
  3. 3
  4. 3

Choose one of the following

2 items
  1. 3
  2. 3

General Education/MNTC Requirements: 40 Credits

0 items

    Goal 01: Communication

    0 items

      A. Written (one course required)

      3 items
      1. Select one:
        Not resolved to a course
      2. 4
      3. 4

      B. Oral (one course required)

      2 items
      1. Recommended course:
        Not resolved to a course
      2. 3

      Goal 02: Critical Thinking

      1 item
      1. Completed with ENGL 1120 /ENGL 1121 , CMST 2215 , and PSYC 2265 if taken at ARCC.
        Not resolved to a course

      Goal 03: Natural Sciences

      4 items
      1. MnTC Goal 03 Course List
        Not resolved to a course
      2. Recommended courses:
        Not resolved to a course
      3. 3
      4. 1

      Goal 04: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning

      1 item
      1. 4

      Goal 05: History/Social/Behavioral Sciences

      4 items
      1. MnTC Goal 05 Course List
        Not resolved to a course
      2. Recommended courses:
        Not resolved to a course
      3. 4
      4. 4

      Goal 06: Humanities/Fine Arts

      1 item
      1. MnTC Goal 06 Course List
        Not resolved to a course

      Goal 07: Human Diversity, Race, Power, and Justice in the United States

      1 item
      1. Completed with PSYC 1110 if taken at ARCC.
        Not resolved to a course

      Goal 08: Global Perspective

      1 item
      1. MnTC Goal 08 Course List
        Not resolved to a course

      Goal 09: Ethical/Civic Responsibility

      1 item
      1. Completed with HIST 2211 if taken at ARCC.
        Not resolved to a course

      Goal 10: People and the Environment

      1 item
      1. Completed with BIOL 1103 if taken at ARCC.
        Not resolved to a course

      Elective Courses: 3 Credits

      0 items

        Program Information

        0 items

          Program Goals

          8 items
          1. Apply and develop teaching methods based on effective principles and practices related to the learning process.
            Not resolved to a course
          2. Identify learner variables that become the basis of instructional design.
            Not resolved to a course
          3. Develop and demonstrate competence in designing valid and reliable assessment practices for purposes of assessing student performance and evaluating programs and services.
            Not resolved to a course
          4. Demonstrate and apply fundamental knowledge of teacher-centered and student-centered philosophies in designing program and service options.
            Not resolved to a course
          5. Understand and apply motivational theory and cognitive principles in designing and delivering instruction.
            Not resolved to a course
          6. Demonstrate knowledge of technology resources and application of technology options in lesson design.
            Not resolved to a course
          7. Become familiar with educational practices and positive teacher perspectives that will result in ethical programming that appeals to all diverse groups with respect to their individual differences and contributions to society.
            Not resolved to a course
          8. Demonstrate an understanding of the influence of use and misuse of tobacco, alcohol, drugs, and other chemicals on student life and learning.
            Not resolved to a course

          Degree Specifics

          9 items
          1. A minimum of 60 semester credits in courses numbered 1000 or above.
            Not resolved to a course
          2. A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in courses numbered 1000 or above at ARCC.
            Not resolved to a course
          3. Some students may need preparatory courses in the areas of English, mathematics, or reading. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward this degree.
            Not resolved to a course
          4. Satisfy residency requirements.
            Not resolved to a course
          5. A minimum grade of C must be earned in all program requirements.
            Not resolved to a course
          6. Completion of specific degree requirements.
            Not resolved to a course
          7. Each state university has specific Elementary and Special Education program requirements for completion. Please speak with your advisor about requirements at receiving institutions.
            Not resolved to a course
          8. To complete your program, please submit the appropriate application found here.
            Not resolved to a course
          9. The requirements of this program are subject to change without notice.
            Not resolved to a course

          Minnesota State Universities - Designated Degrees

          7 items
          1. Bemidji State University: Elementary Education BS
            Not resolved to a course
          2. Metropolitan State University: Urban Elementary Education BS for K-6 Licensure
            Not resolved to a course
          3. Minnesota State University, Mankato: Elementary Education Foundations BS, Special Education: Academic and Behavioral Strategist BS
            Not resolved to a course
          4. Minnesota State University, Moorhead: Elementary Inclusive Education BS
            Not resolved to a course
          5. Southwest Minnesota State University: Elementary Education BS, Special Education BS
            Not resolved to a course
          6. St. Cloud State University: Elementary Education BS, SPED: Academic and Behavior Strategist BS
            Not resolved to a course
          7. Winona State University: Elementary Education BT
            Not resolved to a course

          Pathway Plan

          0 items

            Semester One

            6 items
            1. 4
            2. 4
            3. GenEd/MnTC
              Not resolved to a course
              3-4
            4. Select one:
              Not resolved to a course
            5. 4
            6. 4

            Semester Two

            5 items
            1. 4
            2. 4
            3. 3
            4. 3
            5. 1

            Semester Three

            3 items
            1. 3
            2. 4
            3. GenEd/MnTC
              Not resolved to a course
              7-9

            Semester Four

            5 items
            1. 3
            2. GenEd/MnTC
              Not resolved to a course
              8-9
            3. Select one:
              Not resolved to a course
            4. 3
            5. 3

            Note

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              Source. Anoka-Ramsey Community College, catalog 2026-2027 — https://catalog.anokaramsey.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=5&poid=465. Captured page pages/0056.html.gz. Assembled from the institution's published catalog as captured; every record names its captured page and source URL. Assembled, not asserted.