Education - Program Details

Mt. Hood Community College is a great place to start earning your education degree. Many of our courses will easily transfer to other state four-year universities where you can complete your bachelor’s.

Transfer Your Credits Easily

There are many four-year colleges in Oregon that will accept courses completed at MHCC. Those include:

• George Fox University
• Eastern Oregon University
• Oregon State University
• Pacific University
• Portland State University
• University of Oregon
• University of Portland
• Western Oregon University

Work with an advisor and your preferred transfer institution to make sure you are taking classes that will transfer.

Program Outcomes

After completing this program you'll be able to:

• Graduate with an associate degree, and be ready to continue your education at a four-year university.
• Know the basics of successfully teaching young children.
• Know practical, real-world skills that you can apply to a career working with children.

Courses and Curriculum

The courses you take will depend on the age group and subject you plan to teach. You’ll work with an advisor to create a custom academic plan based on your career goals.

Your Future in Education

Once you earn your degree, you can work as an elementary, middle, or high school teacher.

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