The Education Foundations program prepares students to the field of teaching through a series of pre-professional introductory courses and recommended electives. The curriculum includes opportunities to examine professional knowledge, engage in reflection, and understand culturally relevant approaches to instruction while also becoming immersed in classroom experiences at local school districts.
Note: If you have been arrested, charged or convicted of any criminal offense, you should investigate the impact that the arrest, charge or conviction may have on your chances of employment in the field you intend to study or on your chances to obtain federal, state and other higher education financial aid. Some courses within this program require a criminal background study to successfully complete. Please see the course description section of the catalog for more details. Please refer to the Criminal Background section of the catalog for more information on the criminal background study.
Degrees
Education Foundations - Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle And Secondary School A.S. – 60 credits
The A.S. in Educational Foundations prepares students for transfer to a four year college or university to complete a bachelor’s degree and subsequent recommendation for teacher licensure. Students may also have the potential to earn an Associate of Arts, if they complete Physical Education (1 credit) & Health (1 credit).
Coursework Program Planning GuideEducation Foundations Curriculum – 20 credits
Course Number | Title | Credits |
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Requirements (9 credits) | ||
EDU 1109 | Introduction to Education and Reflective Teaching | 4 cr |
EDU 1141 | Learning Technology for K-12 Education | 2 cr |
EDU 1143 | Multicultural Education/Human Relations | 3 cr |
Electives (11 credits) | ||
Select from any of the following EDU courses or additional MnTC courses: | ||
EDU 1110 | Education: Early Childhood Birth to Grade 3 | 3 cr |
EDU 1128 | Guidance, Communication & Development of Young Children | 3 cr |
EDU 1130 | Early Childhood Education | 3 cr |
EDU 1132 | Creative Activities for the Young Child | 2 cr |
EDU 1136 | Infant and Toddler Development | 3 cr |
EDU 1138 | Children with Special Needs | 3 cr |
EDU 2008 | Children's Mental Health | 2 cr |
EDU 2018 | Instructional Strategies for Diverse Learners | 3 cr |
EDU 2020 | Foundations of Early Literacy | 3 cr |
EDU 2220 | Music Education and Pedagogy | 3 cr |
EDU 2805 | Introduction to Children’s Literature | 3 cr |
EDU 2250 | Contemporary Education Topics | 1 - 3 cr |
MATH 1107 | Math Foundations | 4 cr |
MATH 1118 | College Algebra I | 4 cr |
HLTH 1130 | Drug Use/Abuse | 3 cr |
Physical Education | 1 cr | |
Health | 1 cr | |
Any additional MnTC credits | ||
Total Credits: | 20 |
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum – 40 credits
The Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) requires a minimum of 40 credits. You must complete the MnTC courses that are specifically designated below, such as ENG 1108 Writing & Research Skills for MnTC Goal Area 1. You may choose the other courses from each goal area from the list located at: www.inverhills.edu/MnTC
To streamline your degree, you are encouraged to choose MnTC Goal 1-6 courses that also meet MnTC Goal areas 7-10. Students should choose courses that best work for their intended transfer college/program.
Goal | Description | Courses |
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Goal 1 | Communication
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3 cr |
Goal 2 | Critical Thinking
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0 - 1 cr |
Goal 3 | Natural Science
1 course must include lab
|
2 cr |
Goal 4 | Mathematical/Logical Reasoning
|
1 cr |
Goal 5 | History/Social Sciences/Behavioral Sciences
|
3 cr |
Goal 6 | Humanities/Fine Arts/Literature
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3 cr |
Goal 7 | Human Diversity
|
1 cr |
Goal 8 | Global Perspective
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1 cr |
Goal 9 | Ethical and Civic Responsibility
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1 cr |
Goal 10 | People and the Environment
|
1 cr |
Total Credits: | 40 |
Certificates
Child Care Teacher Certificate – 30 credits
This program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain employment in early childhood, preschool and child care settings as a child care teacher. Students acquire theory, knowledge, skills and techniques to prepare them for employment.
This program helps students confront directly the realities of a career focused on caring for the needs of children. Students explore attitudes, thoughts and feelings as they affect their ability to work effectively with others as an early childhood educator. Direct experience with children and agencies, through internship and class experiences, are essential features of this program.
Note: If you have been arrested, charged or convicted of any criminal offense, you should investigate the impact that the arrest, charge or conviction may have on your chances of employment in the field you intend to study or on your chances to obtain federal, state and other higher education financial aid. Some courses within this program require a criminal background study to successfully complete. Please see the course description section of the catalog for more details. Please refer to the Criminal Background section of the catalog for more information on the criminal background study.
Coursework Program Planning Guide Gainful Employment DisclosureChild Care Curriculum – 17 credits
Course Number | Title | Credits |
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EDU 1128 | Guidance, Communication & Development of Young Children | 3 cr |
EDU 1133 | Children's Health, Nutrition, Physical Development, and the Effects of Drugs | 3 cr |
EDU 1136 | Infant and Toddler Development | 3 cr |
EDU 1138 | Children with Special Needs | 3 cr |
HLTH 1127 | American Heart Association Heartsaver | 1 cr |
HSER 1179 | Human Services Seminar | 1 cr |
HSER 1189 | Internship | 3 cr |
Total Credits: | 17 |
Electives – 13 credits
Select from any EDU courses or additional MnTC courses:
Course Number | Title | Credits |
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EDU 1110 | Education: Early Childhood Birth to Grade 3 | 3 cr |
EDU 1130 | Early Childhood Education | 3 cr |
EDU 1132 | Creative Activities for the Young Child | 2 cr |
EDU 2020 | Foundations of Early Literacy | 3 cr |
EDU 2008 | Children's Mental Health | 2 cr |
EDU 2805 | Introduction to Children’s Literature | 3 cr |
HSER 1123 | Family Functions and Interactions | 3 cr |
HSER 1112 | Crisis Assessment and Intervention | 3 cr |
PSYC 1215 | hild and Adolescent Psychology | 3 cr |
Total Credits: | 13 |