Program Information
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Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus
- Pathway: General Education
- Program Code: 10-522-2
- Offering: In-Person
- Degree Type: 2-Year Degree (Associate)
- Start Dates: January, August, June
ABOUT THE FOUNDATIONS OF TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM
The Foundations of Teacher Education program provides candidates with the opportunity to embark upon one of the most rewarding professions in the world —teaching! Successful candidates will gain the necessary knowledge and skills to serve in a variety of career roles including paraprofessionals, educational assistants, substitute teachers, special education aides and preschool teachers. In addition, candidates wishing to pursue a bachelor’s degree at a four-year institution will be well prepared to continue their studies in education.
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Career OUTLOOK
The Foundations of Teacher Education program supports the employment demands surrounding the nationwide shortage of teachers and educational support staff.
Detailed Program Information
2025-26 Curriculum
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-195 | Written Communication ‡ (or) ENG-201 English 1 ‡ |
3 |
| FOTE-103 | Intro to Education Practices | 3 |
| FOTE-105 | Behavior Management | 3 |
| FOTE-106 | Child & Adolescent Development | 3 |
| MATH-135 | Quantitative Reasoning ‡ (or) any 200-level MATH course |
3 |
| ENG-196 | Oral/Interpersonal Communication (or) any 200-level ENG or SPEECH course except ENG-200 or ENG-201 |
3 |
| PSYCH-199 | Psychology of Human Relations (or) or any 200-level PSYCH course |
3 |
| FOTE-102 | Techniques in Reading | 3 |
| FOTE-107 | Overview of Special Education | 3 |
| FOTE-118 | Techniques in Math | 3 |
| SOCSCI-197 | Contemporary American Society (or) any 200-level SOCSCI course |
3 |
| SOCSCI-172 | Intro to Diversity Studies | 3 |
| FOTE-112 | Equity in Education | 3 |
| FOTE-114 | Techniques in Language Arts | 3 |
| FOTE-129 | Practicum 1 | 3 |
| FOTE-124 | Supporting Students W/Disabilities | 3 |
| FOTE-104 | Technology in Education | 3 |
| FOTE-119 | Techniques in Social Studies | 3 |
| FOTE-120 | Techniques in Science | 3 |
| FOTE-131 | Practicum 2 | 3 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 60 |
‡ Prerequisite required.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
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Program Outcomes
Candidates will complete core courses in education including method courses regarding techniques in teaching in specific content areas, courses related to educational practices, technology in education, behavior management, equity, special education, and child and adolescent development, as well as courses on ways to support students with disabilities.
Admissions Requirements
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