Associate in Arts DTA (AA-DTA)
The Education department recommends that a student planning to transfer to a four-year university or college to pursue a degree in K-8 or secondary education, early childhood education, or children studies earn an associate in arts degree. While earning the associate in arts degree, the student should take required coursework for teacher preparation and/or basic studies. Since requirements vary by four-year institution, please see an education advisor to ensure that courses taken will meet requirements. For additional information on teacher preparation programs, go to www.teachwashington.org.
All students planning to transfer to a four-year institution for teacher preparation must pass the WEST-B basic skills test prior to admission to a four-year education program. For information about the test, to download a study guide, or to sign up for the test visit www.nesinc.com.
WEST-B Information
While working for the associate degree requirements, students must also prepare for and take the WEST-B test. This test is mandated for admission to all teacher preparation programs in the state of Washington. It is advisable to take this test before April if fall quarter admission will be sought. For information about the test, to download a study guide, or to sign up for the test, visit www.nesinc.com.
Associate in Arts DTA, Transfer to CWU - Yakima Campus K-8 Teaching Certificate & ECE
This program is a joint effort between YVC and CWU to provide coursework for earning a Baccalaureate degree in Elementary Education on the Yakima campus. It provides a course of study for persons desiring to teach children in kindergarten through eighth grade in public schools.
Students take specific coursework while earning a Associate in Arts DTA degree from YVC. Courses must appear on the YVC course distribution list to meet requirements. CWU requires a 3.0 (B) GPA for admittance in the Education program.
Articulation Agreements with WSU:
◊ This articulation agreement is currently under revision.
◊ Please see Education advisor for current information.
