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COM100 [SB] Introduction to Human Communication OR
COM110 [SB] Interpersonal Communication OR
COM225 [L] Public Speaking OR
COM230 [SB] Small Group Communication (3 credits) OR
COM100AA & COM100AB & COM100AC [SB] (3 credits) OR
COM110AA & COM110AB & COM110AC [SB] (3 credits)
B. Critical Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (0-3)
Students may demonstrate proficiency through assessment. CRE101 [L] Critical Reading OR
equivalent as indicated by assessment
VI. General Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-25
Select courses 100-level or higher if needed to complete a minimum of 60 semester credits but no more than a total
of 64 semester credits, which is the maximum number of credits accepted toward most degree programs at Arizona's
public universities. Ideally, students should select courses that meet requirements for their major/area of interest and
transfer institution. See General Associate Degree Academic Policies for further details, limitations, and guidelines.
Maricopa courses and external courses evaluated as Maricopa equivalents, departmental electives (e.g., HISELC for
a history elective), or general electives (GENELC) that are numbered 100 level or higher, and completed with a grade
of "C" or higher, may be applied in the elective area, regardless of potential transferability to other institutions. It is
recommended, however, that students planning to transfer to a baccalaureate-granting institution meet these general
elective requirements with courses that are transferable and applicable to their intended university degree. Transfer
and major guides are accessible on the following websites: aztransfer.com, maricopa.edu/transfer/partners, as well as
those of individual universities. For appropriate course selection, students should consult with an academic advisor.
Associate in Arts Total Credits: 60-64*
*64 semester credits is the maximum accepted toward most degree programs at Arizona's public
universities. Some exceptions apply; consult with an academic advisor for additional transfer pathways.
Maricopa Communit y Colleges (MCCCD) 2019-2020
A ssociate in Ar ts, Elementar y Education Degree (A AEE)
Description
The Maricopa County Community College District Associate in Arts, Elementary Education degree requires a minimum of
60 semester credits for the program of study. A minimum grade point average of 2.0 and grades of "C" or higher are
required to earn the degree. The Associate in Arts, Elementary Education degree is governed by the MCCCD General
Academic Policies for Transfer Degrees.
The Associate in Arts, Elementary Education degree includes the following components:
I. Required Courses
II. Restricted Electives
III. Arizona General Education Curriculum for Arts (AGEC-A)
IV. MCCCD Additional Requirements (Oral Communication and Critical Reading)
Purpose of the Degree
The AAEE is designed for the student who plans to transfer to an Elementary Education, Early Childhood, Multicultural/
Multilingual, or Special Education program at an Arizona public higher education institution and/or who plans to
become a classroom instructional aide. Generally, the degree transfers as a block without loss of credit to Arizona's
public universities, and in most cases, its required courses apply to graduation requirements for these Education majors.