Kickstart your journey toward teaching certification with affordable courses designed to transfer to the four-year school of your choice.
What is Education - Educator Preparation?
The Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Education, Teacher Preparation, is a track for students who wish to begin coursework at a community and technical college and then apply for transfer admission to a teacher education program at a four-year college or university.
Teacher Prep students are highly encourage to earn both the Associate in Applied Science and the AA degree to better prepare for Teacher Education Admissions at a four-year college or university.
Getting Started
What are my degree, diploma, and certificate options?
How Do I Pay For This?
Worry no more. With the lowest tuition in Kentucky, financial aid options, and a helping hand to guide you through the application process, MCTC has you covered. MCTC will help you reach your goals at a price that won't break the bank.
What Else Do I Need to Know?
Additional Information
- Maintain a consistent classroom routine.
- Use verbal, nonverbal, and written communication effectively.
- Perform assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with established professional and ethical guidelines.
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge of Kentucky’s educational goals for all students.
- Demonstrate an awareness of and respect for social, cultural, linguistic, religious, economic, and ability differences in students and their families.
- Assist teachers and other professionals in protecting the civil, legal, and human rights of children, youth and their parents.
- Participate with administrators, consultants, and/or other professionals in designing and implementing comprehensive professional development activities for paraprofessionals.
- Assist teachers and other professionals with adapting learning materials and equipment for all learners.
Length of Program
You can earn an associate in applied science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.
This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in cooperation with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.
