Elementary & Special Education Transfer Pathway AS
Get a strong start in child development, inclusive teaching and classroom management.
Program Overview
Start your path toward becoming an elementary or special education teacher. At Anoka-Ramsey,
you’ll be supported as you learn how children grow, how to create inclusive classrooms
and how to help every student succeed. With an affordable, high-quality start, you
can move forward with confidence — completing your first two years here before transferring
to earn your bachelor’s degree.
AS
Associate of Science
Transfer Pathway
Coon Rapids, Cambridge, Online
60
Credits
Course ListAug. 24
Next Semester Start
How to Apply
Online Options
Why Anoka-Ramsey
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Hands-On Experience that Builds Confidence
Practice in classrooms and develop skills in lesson planning, behavior support and effective teaching strategies. -
Learn How to Support Every Learner
Understand how students grow and develop and how to create inclusive, welcoming classrooms that help all students succeed.
You’ll understand how children develop emotionally, socially, physically, and academically, and how these differences affect learning. You’ll also learn how culture, language, disability and life experiences shape how students learn and how schools can better support everyone. -
Supportive Faculty
Our instructors are licensed educators with real classroom experience. They know what today’s schools need and they’re here to guide you as you prepare to lead your own classroom. Faculty can help you understand the importance of collaboration and ongoing learning as part of being a professional educator. -
A Smart Investment in Your Future
At Anoka‑Ramsey students save an average of about 65% per credit compared to regional public and private universities. With scholarships, resources and clear pathways forward, Anoka‑Ramsey helps you start strong, build confidence and invest in your future with purpose.
This program also qualifies for Workforce Development Scholarships.
Outcomes
Transfer & Career Outlook
When you complete this pathway, you’ll be ready to:
- Transfer seamlessly into a bachelor’s degree program in education.
- Understand child development and how students learn.
- Create inclusive, positive classrooms that support learners of all abilities
- Build effective lesson plans and practice real teaching strategies.
- Use modern classroom technology to engage students.
- Develop professional skills that align with Minnesota PELSB Standards of Effective Practice.
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