The Associate of Arts and Sciences Transfer Degree: Pre-Teacher Preparation Elementary (PreK-6) Specialization program, is designed for students who are interested inteacher education, specifically in grades Pre-Kindergarten through grade 6 to test the academic field in which they will be working. They will also have the courses required by numerous four-year institutions in Virginia for entrance into colleges of education. Students pursuing this specialization would attain requisite coursework for university programs, and, in part, for teacher licensure in Virginia for elementary and middle school levels.

In order to be assured that courses transfer to meet lower division requirements at the specific institution the student plans to transfer to and the major anticipated, students should consult an academic advisor before scheduling their courses. Students are also encouraged to investigate guaranteed admission agreements (GAA), available for many colleges and universities in Virginia, contact their selected college's admissions office, and consult their selected college's transfer guide if one is available. College navigators and academic advisors can assist with locating these resources.