Bossier Parish Community College is an institution of higher learning that is dedicated to the premise that education is necessary for all people. The College provides a comprehensive educational program that helps students cultivate values and develop skills in critical thinking, self-expression, communication, decision making, and problem solving. This educational experience will prepare students professionally and technically by establishing a solid foundation upon which baccalaureate colleges of education will build, resulting in quality teachers to serve our community and state.
The mission of the Associate of Science in Teaching Program at Bossier Parish Community College is to provide the highest quality foundational coursework, specifically designed to produce teacher candidates for university colleges of education. Candidates will develop into effective communicators with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to meet the diverse educational needs of Louisiana schools and their students.
Program Review
- Applicants accepted into the AST program must complete all coursework with a “C” or better.
- 40 hours of field experience must be completed during the EDUC 201 and EDUC 203 courses.
- Artifacts created during the EDUC courses must be assembled into the electronic portfolio.
- Prior to graduation, applicant must successfully complete an exit interview.
Learning Outcomes:
Recipients of the Associate of Science in Teaching will:
- understand professional issues related to the field of education
- apply theories related to cognitive, social/emotional, and behavioral child development
- integrate technology into the classroom
- identify and address different learning styles, multiple intelligences, exceptionalities, and English language learners
- understand concepts of student rights as they apply to diversity in all areas of the school environment
Required Courses for the Associate of Science in Teaching (Grades 1-5):
Students must earn a “C” or better in all required courses.
