Education Practitioner
Graduates may pursue either of two possibilities.
Transfer: Some students major in Education Practitioner in order to custom tailor a plan of study at Middlesex County College for transfer to a four-year college or university.
Employment: Some students want to take practical and applied courses that prepare them to work immediately after this degree. Indeed, some majors actually work in the field while completing degree requirements. People already employed in educational settings often receive salary or position upgrades when they complete this degree.
A student who desires to transfer as an Education major or to go to work immediately in an education-related setting, then the Education Practitioner is the right choice. Students should tell their advisor which career path in education they wish to follow, so they can be directed to the proper elective choices. (Note: Some receiving institutions prefer an A. A. degree).
Can students find employment without completing their four-year degree?
Substitute Teaching and Other Employment: Students are eligible for a substitute-teaching license after completion of their 60th credit. Many graduates have worked as paraprofessionals in a wide variety of educational settings (both public and private) as they continue their education at a four-year institution.
Group Teacher Approval: Whether students choose the transfer or the early employment track, this degree can help obtain a "Group Teacher Approval" for use in private child care centers. This approval may be obtained through the State of New Jersey Department of Human Services - Division of Youth and Family Services (DYFS). (Note: Advisor consultation is recommended. If the student selects applied courses for the approved electives rather than transfer-oriented courses, some of the applied courses may not be transferable).
What will students learn if they study Education Practitioner?
They will have a strong core of general education courses and practical experiences in teaching/learning field settings. Supervision is done by cooperating school personnel as well as by the college supervisor. Students may select to work in Early Childhood, Special Education, Elementary Education or High School level field placements.
Are there any requirements students must satisfy before taking courses in the major?
Developmental Reading, Writing, Math, and Science Courses: The student’s performance on the College placement test determines placement in developmental courses. Consultation with the department chairperson about math and science choices is strongly recommended. Often, in addition to the education major, the student’s desired future second major at the transfer institution allows the advisor or chairperson to assist them with selecting the appropriate Math and Science courses.
Background Checks: Many schools require a police background check along with fingerprinting of those who work in educational settings. Middlesex students must comply with the policies that are in effect at their field placement. Students will not be able to graduate or to complete their Education Field Placement requirement unless they comply. Obtaining the appropriate background check, before the field work course and as the placement site requires, is the student’s responsibility.
How long will it take to complete this degree?
Students who do not need developmental coursework can complete the degree in two years. Students may shorten that time by taking courses in the summer and winter sessions.
Note: Performing at a high academic level may require a longer commitment of time. All Education Practitioner students are encouraged to strive for excellence in order to become outstanding in the education field.
Can I complete all of my requirements by enrolling in evening classes?
Almost all classes are offered at least one time each year during the evening sessions. Some courses are offered in one semester but not in the next. Students can get “out of step” if they do not take a prerequisite course in the correct semester. Students studying on a part-time basis should contact the department chairperson or an advisor to plan when they should take their courses.
Questions?
Contact Steven Barnhart, Department Chair, at (732) 906-2590 (Psych_and_Ed@middlesexcc.edu), or Academic Advising, at (732) 906 – 2596 (Advisor@middlesexcc.edu).
Education Practitioner
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S) Degree - EDPR.AAS
Below are required courses and recommended course groupings and sequences for program completion.
Courses may have prerequisites and corequisite requirements. Check course descriptions for additional details. Students who desire to take any courses out of sequence are permitted to do so as long as they have completed the prerequisites (if any) for the desired courses.
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| | ENG 121 | ENGLISH COMPOSITION I | 3 | Passing score on the writing portion of the College’s Placement Test or a grade of ´C´ or better in ENG 010; completion of RDG 009 with a ´C´ or better or a score on the reading portion of the College’s Placement Test that exempts the students from RDG 009 | | PSY 123 | INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY | 3 | | | HED 150 | CONTEMPORARY HEALTH ISSUES | 3 | | | SPE 121 | PUBLIC SPEAKING | 3 | | | MAT (# Varies) | MATH ELECTIVE I | 3 - 4 | Appropriate score on the College’s Placement Test to start any of the following Math sequences: MAT101/102, MAT 129/131, MAT 131/132 or higher levels. | | Semester II | | | | ENG 122 or
ENG 125 | ENGLISH COMPOSITION II
ENGLISH COMPOSITION II: Writing about Literature | 3 | A grade of ´C´ or better in ENG 121 and a passing score on the reading portion of the College’s Placement Test or a grade of ´C´ or better in ENG 121 and a grade of ´C´ or better in RDG 011 | | PSY 223 | CHILD PSYCHOLOGY | 3 | Introductory Psychology PSY 123 | HUM Elective
(# Varies) | GENERAL EDUCATIONHUMANITIES ELECTIVE (GE HUM) | 3 | Students are advised to pick a humanities elective based on upper division receiving institution’s requirements. Often recommended: World Literature I or II (ENG 225 or 226) | | ART (# Varies) | ART ELECTIVE | 3 | Students are advised to pick an art elective based on upper division receiving institution’s requirements. Often recommended: ART 105, 109, 145, 201, 123, 124, etc. | | MAT (# Varies) | Math Elective II | 3 - 4 | Appropriate score on the College’s Placement Test to finish any of the following Math sequences: MAT101/102, MAT 129/131, MAT 131/132 or higher. | | Semester III | | | | | BIO (# Varies) | BIOLOGY ELECTIVE | 3-4 | Choices are: BIO 103 (3 credits), or all 4 credit Biology courses (e. g.: BIO 105, 106, 117, 123, etc.) Note: Most 4 credit Biology courses are best for transfer. | | MUS 140 | MUSIC FUNDAMENTALS | 3 | Music 131 may be substituted on its acceptance by transfer institution and with chairman's permission | | PSY 226 | EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY: CLASSROOM APPLICATIONS | 3 | Introductory Psychology PSY 123.
PSY 226 is a prerequisite for EDU 280, Education Field Experience. | | SOC 121 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | | Approved
ELE 1 (#Varies) | APPROVED ELECTIVE 1 | 3 | Students are advised to pick an approved elective based on transfer institution’s requirements. Often recommended: History course (Consult advisor) | | Semester IV | | | | Approved
ELE 2 (#Varies) | APPROVED ELECTIVE 2 | 3 | Students are advised to pick an approved elective based on transfer institution’s requirements. Often recommended: 4 Credit Lab Science (Not usually a Biology course– Consider SCI 155 or 220 or Consult advisor for additional choices) | | EDU 280 | EDUCATION FIELD EXPERIENCE | 3 | PSY 226 & 122 or 125. Students arerequired to work in an educational setting for 90 hours. | | ENG 212 | CHILDREN’S LITERATURE | 3 | English Composition IENG 121 | Approved
ELE 3 (#Varies) | APPROVED ELECTIVE 3 | 3 | This is a free elective chosen with an advisor. Transfer institutions often require a course in the second major in a subject area (e. g.: English or History). The second major is different from the education major. | Approved
ELE 4 (#Varies) | APPROVED ELECTIVE 4 | 3 | See message in Approved ELE 3 | Approved
ELE5 (#Varies) | APPROVED ELECTIVE 5 | 3 | See message in Approved ELE 3 | | Total Credits: | 63 - 66 | Students graduate with 67 credits if they choose a 4 credit Biology, a 4 credit science as an Approved Elective and a Math pair that totals 8 credits. |
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