Program Requirements: The modern business world demands that its employees be knowledgeable in fields over and beyond business technology. Thus, this curriculum requires courses in the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences in addition to the principles of economics and principles of accounting usually required in the first two years of a baccalaureate business administration curriculum. In order to help prepare for upper division (junior class) standing at a four-year college or university, the student usually must complete a program at the community college which is comparable in length and courses to the first two years of the program at the four-year college or university. Upon completion of the four-semester curriculum listed, the graduate will be awarded the Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree with a major in Business Administration.

Students are urged to acquaint themselves with the requirements of the major department in the college or university to which transfer is contemplated; and further, to consult with their counselors and advisors at Virginia Highlands Community College in planning their program and electives.

The above semester-by-semester sequences of courses may be modified when necessary. Please refer to the Program Choices section of this Catalog for a discussion of factors, which affect planning and sequencing programs of study.

1. Students are urged to check the mathematics requirements of the four-year college or university to which they plan to transfer to determine the proper mathematics courses to be taken at the community college.

2. Students may substitute any HLT (Health) course for Physical Education requirement. Transfer students should note that four-year institutions may require a PED activity course in the general education core.

3. Keyboarding skills are highly recommended.

4. All Students graduating in Business Administration must meet minimum requirements of six (6) semester hours in Humanities/Fine Arts. This requirement can be met at VHCC with the following courses; ART 201, 202; MUS 121, 122; PHI 101; SPD 130, 151, 152; REL 200, 210, 230; FRE 101, 102, 201, 202; SPA 101, 102, 201, 202. However, since many four-year colleges and universities still require a year’s study in Literature (American, English, or World), students are advised to consider such requirements in making their choices.

5. Students have a total of six (6) semester hours of electives. Courses must be transfer level courses and can be chosen from offerings in the humanities and social sciences, ART 201, 202; MUS 121, 122; PHI 101; SPD 130, 151, 152; REL 200, 210, 230; FRE 101, 102, 201, 202; SPA 101, 102, 201, 202; ENG 241, 242, 243, 244, 251, 252; ECO 201, 202; GEO 210, 220; HIS 101, 102, 121, 122; PLS 135, 211, 212; PSY 200; SOC 200, or business courses relevant to upper division major such as ITE 140, ITP 112; BUS 241, 242. Consultation with Counselor is advised. BUS 297 Co-op Education may be taken as an elective with Faculty Curriculum Advisor and Co-op Advisor approvals.

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Admission Requirements: In addition to the admission requirements established for the college entry into the Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree Program with a major in Education requires the satisfactory completion of the following high school units or equivalent as a minimum: 4 units of English, 3 units of college preparatory mathematics, 1 unit of laboratory science, and 1 unit of social science.

Students who do not meet the mathematics requirements may be permitted to correct their deficiencies in developmental studies. Those students who meet the specific requirements for this degree program but are deficient in basic skills and understandings in English and/or mathematics will be required to enroll in appropriate developmental courses.

Program Requirements: The world of modern education demands that students be knowledgeable both in their teaching field and in general education. Thus, this curriculum requires courses in the humanities, natural sciences, mathematics, social sciences, health, and physical education. The Education curriculum is designed to lead the student toward meeting state teacher licensure requirements and teaching endorsements. This curriculum also provides a solid general core education as students prepare for pre-professional degrees.

Students are urged to consult with their counselors and advisors at Virginia Highlands Community College in planning their program and selecting electives. In order to prepare for upper division (junior class) standing at a four-year college or university, the student must complete a program at the community college which is comparable in length and courses to the first two years of the program at the four-year college or university. Upon satisfactory completion of the four-semester program listed, the graduate will be awarded the Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree with a major in Education.

Students planning to enter Secondary Education should complete Praxis I before transfer. For more information on licensure requirements, see Counselor - ISC 208.

Transfer Objectives and Professional Options:

    College or high school teaching                  Art

    History                                                     Museum studies

    Undecided majors with an interest in Art      Museum Curator

Admission Requirements: In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, entry into the Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree Program with a major in Education requires the satisfactory completion of the following high school units or equivalent as a minimum: 4 units of English, 3 units of college preparatory mathematics, 1 unit of laboratory science, and 1 unit of social science.

Students who do not meet the mathematics requirements may be permitted to correct their deficiencies in developmental studies. Those students who meet the specific requirements for this degree program but are deficient in basic skills and understandings in English and/or mathematics will be required to enroll in appropriate developmental courses.

Program Requirements: The world of modern education demands that students be knowledgeable both in their teaching field and in general education. Thus, this curriculum requires courses in the humanities, natural sciences, mathematics, social sciences, health, and physical education. The Education curriculum is designed to lead the student toward meeting state teacher licensure requirements and teaching endorsements. This curriculum also provides a solid general core education as students prepare for pre-professional degrees.

Students are urged to consult with their counselors and advisors at Virginia Highlands Community College in planning their program and selecting electives. In order to prepare for upper division (junior class) standing at a four-year college or university, the student must complete a program at the community college which is comparable in length and courses to the first two years of the program at the four-year college or university. Upon satisfactory completion of the four-semester program listed, the graduate will be awarded the Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree with a major in Education - Specialization in Art.

Notes

Students are urged to acquaint themselves with the requirements of the major department in the college or university to which transfer is contemplated. The Art Specialization semester-be-semester sequences of courses may be modified when necessary and with the approval of the academic advisor.

1. Students planning to enter Secondary Education programs at four-year institutions must take U.S. History I (HIS 121).

2. Students are urged to check the mathematics requirements of the four-year college or university to which they plan to transfer to determine the proper mathematics courses to be taken at the community college. Students planning to enter Secondary Education programs should complete rigorous mathematics courses in preparation for Praxis I and should consult with the Counselor for licensure requirements.

3. Keyboarding skills are highly recommended.

4. Recommended humanities courses include ART 201, 202; MUS 121, 122; REL 200, 210, 230; SPD 130, 151, 152; PHI 101; Foreign Language and Literature.

5. Recommended social science courses include PSY 200; ECO 201, 202; PLS 135, 211, 212; SOC 200; GEO 210, 220.

6. Students may substitute any HLT (Health) course for physical education requirements. Transfer students should note that four-year institutions may require a PED activity course in the general education core.

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Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree

Program Coordinator: Emily Blesi, NEB 902, Ext. 2481

Length: Four semesters (two years)

Purpose: The VCCS Teacher Education Teacher Preparation Education degree is designed to provide the courses in general education for the student who plans to complete a baccalaureate degree in pursuit of teacher licensure at a four-year institution in one of the following endorsement areas:

    Early Childhood PK-3         Elementary PK-6

    Middle Education 6-8         Special Education Licensure

    Secondary Education

Students who enter this program should be aware of the requirements for professional employment in the education field including academic and licensing requirements. Consultation with the Counselor or faculty advisor is highly recommended.

Admission Requirements: In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, entry into the Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree Program with a major in Education requires the satisfactory completion of the following high school units or equivalent as a minimum: 4 units of English, 3 units of college preparatory mathematics, 1 unit of laboratory science, and 1 unit of social science.

Students who do not meet the mathematics requirements may be permitted to correct their deficiencies in developmental studies. Those students who meet the specific requirements for this degree program but are deficient in basic skills and understandings in English and/or mathematics will be required to enroll in appropriate developmental courses.

Program Requirements: The world of modern education demands that students be knowledgeable both in their teaching field and in general education. Thus, this curriculum requires courses in the humanities, natural sciences, mathematics, social sciences, health, and physical education. The Education curriculum is designed to lead the student toward meeting state teacher licensure requirements and