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Teacher Education at Raritan Valley Community College
Whether you're a high school student, an undergraduate student,a seasoned educator, or a professional pursuing a different career, RVCC can offer you exceptional resources to help you to achieve your personal and professional ambitions!
As a high school student enrolled in Hunterdon County Polytech Career Academy's Teacher-in-Training Program, you will have the unique opportunity to earn college credits toward an Education degree or certificate while you complete your high school graduation requirements! In this 9-credit program offered in conjunction with RVCC, you will gain exposure to all levels of education from Preschool to Grade 12 through enrollment in three courses that are aligned to specific Education degree or certificate programs: After receiving a comprehensive overview to the field of Education, you will be ready to pursue your post-secondary studies with confidence! The strength of the content and the expertise of the faculty will give you the knowledge to make informed decisions for your education and your career! As you move forward to begin your undergraduate course of study in a specific degree or certificate program, you will need to ask yourself a very important question, "What do I want to do after I graduate and enter the work force?" Perhaps, the answers provided below can offer some guidance and support in the decision making process. |
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RVCC Education Degree and Certificate Programs Currently, RVCC offers four programs to prepare you for a career in Education:
As you prepare to begin your post-secondary education or pursue additional certification in your current position in the field of Education, you will need to ask yourself a very important question, "What do I want to do after I graduate and enter the work force?"
Outlines for all courses in each program can be found by clicking here. For further information on the Early Childhood Education programs, contact Kimberly Schirner, M. Ed., Education Program Coordinator (P-3). For further information on the Education (K-12) program, contact Kathryn Suk, M. Ed., Education Program Coordinator (K-12). |
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As a student enrolled in one of RVCC's Education degree or certificate programs, you have the opportunity to be a member of the Education Club on campus! We are a chapter of FEA Professional, a division of Phi Delta Kappa International. Come learn, grow, and serve with us! |
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Once you've completed your Associate of Arts degree at Raritan Valley Community College, you can continue to attend our North Branch campus to complete your Bachelor's degree in Education through the University Centerand its newly articulated agreement with Caldwell College. |
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If you are a seasoned educator looking for professional development opportunities or educational enhancement activities for your classroom or school, you might consider attending courses and workshops offered by these departments at the College: |
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If you are a professional who holds a Bachelor's degree and is interested in the field of Teaching, you might want to consider New Pathways to Teaching in New Jersey:An Alternate Route to Teacher Certification offered in conjunction with New Jersey City University. |
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