Education

  Westview, Room 660
  Program Chair:
    Kathy Hamblin
    970.339.6501

The Education Program provides lifelong learning opportunities to meet the needs of pre-service and in-service teachers, families, parents, and students.

Programs include:

• Early Childhood Education - Certificate and degree programs for individuals seeing a career working with young children.
  
  
• Elementary Education - Colorado community colleges have an articulation agreement for students desiring to become elementary level teachers. A course of study consisting of 60 credits will transfer to teacher preparation programs at 4-year institutions in the state.
  
  
• Secondary Education - Students interested in teaching at the middle school or high school level can complete their first two years of general education and content area advisors
  
  
• Paraeducators - Aims offers an A.A.S. and a certificate for paraeducators to meet No Child Left Behind guidelines. Courses include enhancement of skills necessary for effective interaction with students and some general education.
  
  
• Professional Education - Offers a diverse array of courses for professional development for teachers and other professionals. Topics include English language learners, classroom management, leadership, problem-solving, cultural sensitivity, wellness and core knowledge enrichment.
  
  
• Parent/Family Education - Courses helps parents, guardians, advocates and caregivers understand child development, family management and confidence-building strategies for themselves and children.