Program Overview

University Program Details

The Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences (AA LAS) with options in Education is a degree program that allows students to transfer to a senior college upon graduation to pursue a bachelor's degree and teacher certification.

Program Options

The AA LAS degree offers an option in Adolescent Education, which is recommended for students interested in teaching in high school. In contrast, the Associate in Science (AS) in Education requires more education courses than the AA LAS degree and offers internship experiences in New York City Public Schools.

Degree Requirements

Both the AA LAS and AS in Education degrees enable students to transfer to a senior college and pursue a bachelor's degree and teacher certification. The key difference between the two degrees lies in the number of education courses required and the availability of internship experiences.

Program Specializations

• AA LAS with an option in Education
  • Suitable for students interested in teaching in childhood and early childhood education
• AA LAS with an option in Adolescent Education
  • Recommended for students interested in teaching in high school
• AS in Education
  • Requires more education courses than the AA LAS degree
  • Offers internship experiences in New York City Public Schools

Career Opportunities

Upon graduation, students can transfer to a senior college to pursue a bachelor's degree and teacher certification, preparing them for a career in education.