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Spanish Language Teacher Education Option, Liberal Arts AA

Program Snapshot
Academic CredentialAssociate in Arts (AA)
Total Credit Hours60
Average Time to Complete2 yrs.
Academic PathwaySocial, Behavioral, Education
AdvisorJohn Phillips, PhD
Professor
850.769.1551 ext. 2827
jpphillips@gulfcoast.edu

Senior Administrative AssistantMs. Jody Walton
210 Social Sciences Building
850.872.3825
jwalton1@gulfcoast.edu

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Spanish Teacher Education Option, AA

Do You Want to Teach or Translate Spanish?

This program prepares you for a career in teaching, translation or international business. The track includes Spanish courses and courses required for an Associate in Arts degree.

If you know what area you will concentrate in at the university level, you should use elective credits to meet the appropriate prerequisites for those programs. You are encouraged to be familiar with the admissions requirements at the university you plan to attend.

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Spanish Language Teacher Education Course Requirements

ENC1101, English I
ENC1102, English II
Visual and Performing Arts
Philosophy/Religion
Literature
Select 6 hours:
MAC1105, College Algebra 
MAC2311, Calculus with Analytical Geometry I 
MGF1106, Mathematics for Liberal Arts 
MGF1107, Survey of Mathematics 
STA2023, Statistics
Physical Science
Biological Science
Behavioral Sciences
History
Government

SPN 1120, First-Year Spanish I
SPN 1121, First-Year Spanish II
SPN 2201 , Second-Year Spanish II
EDF 1005, Introduction to  the Teaching Profession

EDF 2085, Introduction to Diversity for Educators
EME 2040, Introduction to Technology for Educators

What can you do with a Spanish Language Teacher Education Degree?

In this field, people find careers as:

Spanish Teacher
Bilingual Tutor
Copy Editor
Speech & Language Therapist
Translator
International Aid Worker
Accent Coach

Gulf Coast alumni of this program have continued their education at:

University of Florida
University of North Florida
Florida State University
University of South Florida
University of Central Florida
Douglas Wells

Meet Deicy Jimenez, PH.D.

"Gulf Coast State College is committed to provide academically competitive courses that will not only fulfill language requirements, but also open doors to new and exciting possibilities. Learning a second language can greatly enrich one’s professional potential and increase employment possibilities in a very competitive job market. The courses offered by our program include learning the language and becoming aware of diverse countries and cultures. " –  Professor of Spanish, Division of Language and Literature
Who is Eligible for the Spanish Language Teacher Education Program?
If you are a high school graduate, you can apply to this program. If you have earned credits from a regionally accredited college or university, you may have a head start at Gulf Coast State College.
Why Choose Gulf Coast State College to Earn Your Degree?
You'll get a great education with one of the lowest tuition rates in the state. With small class sizes and professors who care, you'll get the personal attention you deserve. More than 90% of our graduates would recommend Gulf Coast State College to others.

Are you ready to Get Started?

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Visit the Gulf Coast admissions page to learn more about the application process.

Consult the Gulf Coast State College Catalog for specific program and course information.

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