Liberal Studies

Transfer Program

Students should consult a counselor or www.assist.org for lower division major requirements for most California public universities. (See the Standard Definitions section of the catalog for a description of ASSIST.) Students transferring to an independent college/university should consult the catalog of the individual school and a counselor for lower division major requirements.

Multiple Subject Matter Program

A Multiple Subject Credential is required to teach elementary school in California. Before entering a Multiple Subject Credential Program a student must either earn a Bachelor Degree and pass the Multiple Subjects Assessment for Teachers or complete a Bachelor Degree that includes an approved Multiple Subject Matter Program that meets the seven areas prescribed by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Students should see a counselor for assistance in choosing appropriate classes to meet specific university requirements.

NOTE: Students, please see the Associate In Arts In Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer, (AAT) listed under Education.

The Liberal Arts degree with an area of emphasis is designed to give students a broad introduction to an area of knowledge represented by related disciplines and topics. These degrees are intended for students who may not be intending to pursue a specific occupational major, nor are they necessarily planning to transfer. However, careful educational planning with a counselor will help to ensure that if a student did decide at a later date to transfer to a university, they would have a foundation in the transfer planning process. Students will select an “Area of Emphasis” based on their interests and educational goals.

NOTE: All Liberal Arts Emphasis Degrees are subject to the Local Degree (AA/AS) Graduation Requirements:
https://catalog.nocccd.edu/cypress-college/programs-study/associate-degrees/graduation-requirements-associate-degree/

Degrees:

Liberal Arts Associate in Arts Degree with an Area of Emphasis in Arts and Humanities
Liberal Arts Associate in Arts Degree with an Area of Emphasis in Human Communication
Liberal Arts Associate in Arts Degree with an Area of Emphasis in Social and Behavioral Sciences
Liberal Arts Associate in Science Degree with an Area of Emphasis in Math and Science