Associate of Arts in Teaching
The Associate of Arts in Teaching (A.A.T.) degree as defined by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board is fully transferrable to all Texas public universities. Because the A.A.T. degree fulfills the requirements of the A.A.T. curriculum established by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, all Texas public universities must accept the A.A.T. curricula if they offer applicable baccalaureate degrees leading to initial teacher certification.
While the A.A.T. degree was designed for transfer purposes, it also meets the No Child Left Behind requirements for paraprofessionals for those students who decide to discontinue their studies after completing the A.A.T. degree. In addition, completion of the A.A.T. degree may qualify students for work that requires at least an associate degree. A bachelor’s degree is required for Teacher Certification to be awarded.
Students are encouraged to complete the requirements of the A.A.T. degree at TSC before transferring to another college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree and a Teacher Preparation Program. Listed below are the A.A.T. degree options available to students at TSC.