Foundations of Teacher Education

Foundations of Teacher Education Associate of Applied Science Degree

Program Code: 10-522-2

For more information: wctc.edu/teacher-ed

Those working with elementary/middle school students understand the complex educational issues involving children. In this program, acquire skills to help students learn by providing individualized instruction under the supervision of a licensed teacher. Provide support with reading, writing, math and science; develop strategies to guide young children’s behavior; and gain skills to work with children with special needs.

Please note: A physical examination and caregiver background check is required prior to a field placement internship course.

The minimum required course grades and program grade point average (GPA) for students under this catalog are:

Core Courses = C
General Studies Courses = C-
Program GPA = 2.0

Related Certificates you can earn along the way:   

• Autism for Educators Technical Certificate
• Developmental Disabilities Technical Certificate 
• Inclusion Technical Certificate
• Instructional Strategies Technical Certificate

This WCTC program prepares students to obtain the required licensure to be employed/practice in the state of Wisconsin. The College does not guarantee its curriculum matches the requirements for preparation, examinations, or licensure for other states. 

Program Outcomes

1. Demonstrate instructional support strategies for content areas.
2. Implement developmentally appropriate practices to foster learning.
3. Adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners.
4. Use proactive classroom management techniques.
5. Perform professional responsibilities.
6. Incorporate the reflective process to promote professional growth.

Critical Life Skills

To help our students prepare for success in a workplace and society that is increasingly global, multi-cultural, and collaborative, all students are given opportunities to develop and demonstrate Critical Life Skills, both in and out of the classroom. The following Critical Life Skills are learning outcomes for WCTC students.

• Communication: Demonstrate appropriate communication.
• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Demonstrate critical thinking skills to analyze situations and solve problems.
• Relationships: Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
• Self-management: Demonstrate responsible and respectful behavior.

Listed below are the required courses for this program.  An Academic Advisor can help you develop your program plan and select the term and course schedule that works best for you.