Winter Break: The college is closed Tuesday, Dec. 24 through Wednesday, Jan. 1.
Education
Program Overview
Prepare for a rewarding career in education. Our hands-on program will empower you with in-depth knowledge of human development, teaching and learning theories, instructional strategies, and inclusive educational practices in addition to real-world classroom experience.
Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.
SCC Program Description
Scottsdale Teacher Education Partnership (STEP) Post-Baccalaureate Certification: SCC offers the only 1 year State Board approved post-baccalaureate teacher certification program in the valley at $85.00 per credit hour! Pathways are designed in a hybrid program format that incorporates face-to-face traditional instruction and online learning.
There are two program models available in for candidates to work toward K- 8 certifications. SCC works in collaboration with elementary and middle schools across the valley.
- Traditional Pathway: One-year cohort designed as a field-based preparation program that allows candidates to learn to teach by working side by side with teachers and students in elementary and middle school classrooms.
- Teacher-in-Residence Pathway: This one-year cohort allows candidates to be employed full-time in a classroom while completing the required education courses.
For inquiries, please email STEP@scottsdalecc.edu. Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis. For more information, and to download an application, visit the STEP page.
Professional Development and Endorsement Courses
SCC offers courses for classroom teachers working toward a Reading Specialist Endorsement and/or Structured English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement. These endorsement courses are based on current national standards and are accepted by the Arizona Department of Education.
Associate Degree
Education courses are offered for students who plan to enter the teaching profession. These courses are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year university to complete a Bachelor's degree in education, or wish to work as a paraprofessional in a classroom. An Associate in Arts in Elementary Education Degree is offered to students who want to work as an Elementary teacher (K- 6) Middle School teacher (7-8) or Secondary teacher (9-12).