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Associate in Arts in Teacher Preparation 

The Associate in Arts in Teacher Preparation (AATP) is approved for transfer to some UNC System universities and independent colleges and universities that are signatories to the NCICU Associate in Arts and Associate in Science for Teacher Preparation Uniform Articulation Agreement. The degree consists of 60 semester hours of credit (SHC) of college transfer courses. Students in this program develop a broad liberal arts foundation in writing, math, science, humanities, and social sciences.  They also complete field-specific training through a set of foundational education courses.

The Associate in Arts (AA)

The Associate in Arts (AA) degree will transfer to all UNC System schools, most North Carolina independent colleges and universities, and most out of state institutions. Students in the AA program develop foundational knowledge particularly business, English, fine arts, foreign languages, history, philosophy, psychology, or sociology. 

Course Selection Guide

Note that there are various concentrations for the majors below, combining social studies education with a second discipline. Consult the individual program requirements or for more information.

• NC Central University (NCCU) - 
• NC State University (NCSU) - 
• East Carolina University (ECU) -
• UNC Greensboro (UNCG) - 

Students should print out and save the for their major and intended transfer university.

View the printable Middle Grades Education: Social Science Course Selection Guide (pdf).
Also see Middle Grades Education: Language Arts Course Selection Guide (pdf).

Guaranteed Admissions Pathways

Â鶹ӰÊÓ has partnered with several universities to develop guaranteed admissions pathways for a seamless transition into their baccalaureate programs for eligible students who complete a Â鶹ӰÊÓ university transfer degree (AA, AS, AFA, and AE). Students must apply for acceptance into these programs.

View more information about Guaranteed Admissions Pathways and the list of universities.