Education and Human Services

Education

  • Learn how people grow and learn.
  • Form a solid foundation for further study.
  • Prepare for a rewarding career helping others.

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Associate (Two-year) Degrees

Degrees that prepare students to transfer into a four-year college or university and job-training degrees that prepare students for immediate employment.

Quick Look

  • Plan: Education, Associate in Arts DTA
  • Units: 90
  • Funding available: Yes
  • International student eligible: Yes

Career Opportunities Include

  • Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary
  • Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
  • Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education
  • Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare
  • Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education
  • Education Administrators, Postsecondary
  • Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

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Teach, Support, and Make a Difference

South Seattle College’s Education pathway meets Associate in Arts degree requirements and prepares you to transfer at the junior level to a four‑year university. You’ll gain foundational knowledge in subjects like English, math, science, and the arts while exploring classroom dynamics, learning styles, and student engagement. This pathway equips you for careers as a K‑12 teacher, childcare provider, family support specialist, or for further study in education.

College Transfer

Take your freshman and sophomore classes at South Seattle for a fraction of the cost, earn your associate transfer degree, and then transfer to a four-year university or college to complete your bachelor’s degree! Learn about the process, agreements, and more.

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