ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN TEACHING DEGREE
Leading to Initial Texas Teacher Certification in Mathematics, 8-12
Available at all DCCCD Colleges
Degree Code: AAT.MATH.8-12
The Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) degree is a Board-approved collegiate degree program consisting of lower-division courses intended for transfer to baccalaureate programs that lead to initial Texas teacher certification. This plan is for those who are interested in certification to teach mathematics in grades 8-12.
In order to be eligible to receive this AAT degree, a student must:
Complete a minimum of 66 credit hours including all the required courses listed;
Earn a grade of "C" or better in English 1301, either Speech 1311 or 1315, and the selected college-level mathematics course;
Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.
This degree may be taken through a combination of on-campus and distance education offerings; or if planned correctly, the degree may be completed entirely through distance education. Receiving institutions are not required to accept a grade below "C" in transfer.
Students who plan to transfer must work closely with an advisor/counselor.
Course Requirements for the AAT Degree
Credit Hours
COMMUNICATIONS Select each of the following: English 1301(a grade of "C" or better required), English 1302, and either Speech 1311 or 1315(a grade of "C" or better required)
