Professional-Technical Teacher Preparation

The Professional-Technical Teacher Preparation program is designed for people who have gained professional skills from business and industry who now desire to share their knowledge and experience as teachers. Graduates of this program will be eligible to apply for a special license enabling them to teach in Oregon's public high schools. Additional upper division course work is required for a bachelor's degree and initial teaching license.

The one-year certificate program offers training for those who wish to apply through a school district for a special three-year non-renewable professional-technical license. Students who complete the two-year Associate of Applied Science degree, combined with one year of successful teaching, will be eligible to apply through a school district for a five-year renewable professional-technical teacher license.

To be accepted into these programs, students will need to provide verification of 4,000 hours of work experience in one of the following professional-technical fields: agricultural science and technology, communications/journalism, computer technology, design and applied arts, engineering technology, family/consumer services, financial services, forestry/natural resources, health sciences, hospitality and tourism, integrated environmental technology, marketing/management, mechanical systems, and manufacturing technology (metals).

Program outcomes

Students completing the Certificate will:

Plan for instruction in a professional-technical program at the high school/college level.
Establish a positive learning environment for students.
Implement instructional plans.
Assess pupil performance and program effectiveness.
Plan and manage professional-technical programs.

Students completing the AAS will:

Implement current competencies in their chosen professional-technical areas.

Getting started

The first step to entering this program is to meet with the Professional-Technical Teacher Preparation advisor, Cathie Whyte at 503.399.2694 or e-mail whyc@chemeketa.edu. After a review of your work experience, she will advise you to take part in an assessment process that includes taking the college's free placement test. You may need to complete pre-program courses. Then, your advisor will help you develop an individualized program of study, which may include one or more of the following:

Course	Title	Credit Hours
CA121A	Keyboarding A Covers basic touch keyboarding for the standard microcomputer keyboard or typewriter keyboard. Attendance requirements: 2 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	1
	(if less than 25 wpm)
CS101	Introduction to Microcomputer Applications Introduces the basic microcomputer hardware/software system. Covers the concepts of system software and application software, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation and introduction to Internet. Attendance requirements: 3 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: Touch keyboarding ability and college textbook reading (RD090 or equivalent) recommended.	3
MTH060	Introductory Algebra Gives students with no algebra background a strong, fundamental background in beginning algebra through directed group activities and varied presentation styles. Covers signed numbers, elementary algebraic expression manipulation, and equation solving. Describes concepts using verbal, numerical, graphic, and symbolic forms. Scientific calculator required. Attendance requirements: 4 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MTH020 or equivalent.	4
	(Note: Some professional-technical specialties may require the student to take additional math coursework above MTH060.)
RD090	College Textbook Reading Prepares students to comprehend and apply information from college-level textbooks. Encourages active reading by teaching students how to ask and look for answers to questions about author's purposes and strategies. Includes application of active reading skills to specific academic disciplines and career fields. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: Compass reading placement test score of 69-79 or consent of instructor.	3
WR115	Introduction to Composition Focuses on developing college-level writing skills by emphasizing critical thinking, reading, and the writing of well-constructed, unified, coherent paragraphs to form essays that support a thesis and develop a main idea through a structure appropriate to the thesis and reader. Bridges developmental writing courses and WR121 by introducing students to writing situations and skills that will prepare them for WR121. Reinforces competency in sentence writing. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: Asset score of 41-43, or Compass score of 64-81, or grade of C or better in WR090 or consent of WR115 instructor.	3

If you have any questions about the requirements, call Counseling and Career Services at 503.399.5120. Failure to be assessed may delay your entry into program classes.

Professional-Technical Teacher Preparation
^{Certificate of Completion}

In addition to tuition, estimated costs for students who complete the one-year program listed below are books, $650; class fee, $70; universal fee, $276; measles vaccination, $10, criminal history check, $17. Contact the Financial Aid Office at 503.399.5018 to find out if you qualify for help with these costs.

You may earn a Certificate of Completion by successfully completing these 46 required credit hours, plus any additional professional-technical course work determined necessary by your appraisal/advisory committee:

Course	Title	Credit Hours
Term 1
ED169	Overview of Students with Special Needs Introduces the disabling conditions of students with special needs and their implications in school settings. Defines and identifies intervention strategies for disabilities covered under federal law. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: W, Su	3
ED209B	Practicum: Introductory Observation and Experience Introduces the field of education to students exploring education as a career. Attendance requirements: 1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: Sp, Offered as needed.	3
ED229	Learning and Development Addresses current theory regarding human development, intelligence, motivation, and the learning process. Applies strategies and techniques derived from these theories. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
ED235	Education Technology Introduces current advanced technology available in education. Emphasizes the tools to evaluate, select, and implement appropriate technology in the instructional setting. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, Su	3
ED258	Multicultural Education Covers the philosophy, activities, and techniques appropriate to a culturally sensitive classroom. Students will develop an understanding of the impact of culture on individual perception and learning and on group dynamics. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, Sp, Su	3
ES071	Workplace Safety Skills Combines first aid, CPR, and hazardous materials awareness to meet minimum federal and state occupational safety requirements. Students completing the course will receive American Red Cross first aid certification. Meets OSHA requirements. Attendance requirements: 3 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	1
Term 2
ED130	Comprehensive Classroom Management Provides current theory and methodology for managing small and large groups of students so that students choose to be productively involved in instructional activities. Covers the four major factors or skill areas of effective classroom management: 1) understanding students' personal/psychological and learning needs. 2) establishing positive adult-student and student-student relationships. 3) implementing instructional methods that facilitate optimal learning. 4) Using organizational and group management methods that maximize positive student behavior and learning. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp.	3
ED131	Instructional Strategies Focuses on the components of effective instruction. Covers design of standards-based activities that integrate multiple content areas, address the instructional needs of diverse learners, and include appropriate strategies for assessment. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: W	3
ED209C	Professional Technical Practicum 1 Prepares students for extended teaching responsibilities in professional-technical education in a public school setting. Students assess, plan, and implement a five-day unit of instruction at the practicum placement site. Attendance requirements: 1 class and 15 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: W Prerequisite: ED209B.	6
ED292	Occupational Analysis, Curriculum and Evaluation Provides students with the opportunity to analyze their professional-technical specialty area in order to develop curriculum and evaluation strategies for professional-technical programs. Includes community surveys, occupational advisory committees, occupational analysis, program goals and objectives, and evaluation. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed. Prerequisite: ED209B	3
Term 3
ED200	Foundations of Education Provides an overview of the American educational system, including historical, legal, and philosophical foundations. Explores the governance of local schools and districts and considers the roles and ethical obligations of professional educators. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: W, Sp.	3
ED209D	Professional Technical Practicum 2 Prepares students for full teaching responsibility in professional-technical education in a public school setting. Students assess, plan, and implement all instructional programs for a period of four weeks at the practicum placement site. Attendance requirements: 2 class and 21 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: Sp Prerequisite: ED209B and ED209C.	9
ED293	Applied Integrated Academics Designed for students in the Professional-Technical Teacher Preparation program. Prepares professional-technical teachers to integrate mathematics, language arts, and science content into their professional-technical courses. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: Offered as needed.	3

COM051, ED229, MTH052, MTH062, MTN081, PSY101, PSY104, WR115, WR121 meet related instruction requirement.

Professional-Technical Teacher Preparation
^{Associate of Applied Science}

In addition to tuition, estimated costs for students who complete the two-year program listed below are books, $695; class fee, $75; universal fee, $564; measles vaccination, $10, criminal history check, $17. Contact the Financial Aid Office at 503.399.5018 to find out if you qualify for help with these costs.

You may earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree by successfully completing the courses listed below, in addition to the courses listed under the Certificate of Completion program plus any additional professional-technical coursework determined necessary. To meet graduation requirements, you must earn a total of 94 credit hours.

Course	Title	Credit Hours
Term 4
CS101	Introduction to Microcomputer Applications Introduces the basic microcomputer hardware/software system. Covers the concepts of system software and application software, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation and introduction to Internet. Attendance requirements: 3 lab hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: Touch keyboarding ability and college textbook reading (RD090 or equivalent) recommended.	3
	(or higher)
SP111	Fundamentals of Public Speaking Covers preparation and delivery of public speeches with an emphasis on informative speaking. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
	or
SP218	Interpersonal Communication Introduces interpersonal, dyadic communication. Emphasizes increasing communication skills within personal and work settings. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
	(or higher)
WR121	English Composition - Exposition Emphasizes clear, detailed, informative writing, critical thinking, and active reading. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su. Prerequisite: Ability to organize thoughts and competency in standard written English as demonstrated by (a) qualifying score on a standard placement test or (b) grade of C or better in WR115 or (c) grade of C or better in COM051.	3
	(or higher)
	Professional-Technical electives*	6
Term 5
HPE295	Health and Fitness for Life Provides information on personal levels of health, lifelong fitness, and wellness. Attendance requirements: 3 class hrs/wk. Terms offered: F, W, Sp, Su.	3
	Science/Applied Science elective	3
	Social Science elective*	3
	or
	Humanities/Fine Arts elective*	3
	Professional-Technical electives*	6
Term 6
	Math elective*	3
	General Education elective	3
	Professional-Technical electives* 1	2

*Approved by appraisal/advisory committee: See program chair.

Chemeketa Community College Catalog 2006-2007

Updated March 2007 by the College Advancement Department.

Professional-Technical Teacher Preparation

Program outcomes

Getting started

Professional-Technical Teacher Preparation Certificate of Completion

Professional-Technical Teacher Preparation Associate of Applied Science

Professional-Technical Teacher Preparation
^{Certificate of Completion}

Professional-Technical Teacher Preparation
^{Associate of Applied Science}