This degree prepares student for employment as human services paraprofessionals with a specialty in the area of chemical dependency. Employment opportunities include positions as entry-level counselors or human services specialists in human services agencies, healthcare facilities, prisons or educational institutions. In order to obtain an Oregon Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC I) and/or Idaho Student Addiction Studies (ISAS) certificate, students must complete specific coursework and supervised practicum, students will be expected to pass a criminal background check. This degree is designed for students wishing to directly enter the workforce. It is not designed to transfer to four-year institutions, although some courses are transferable. Student who wish to transfer coursework are strongly encouraged to work closely with their TVCC advisor to develop a transfer plan to identify and contact an advisor at their chosen transfer institution. A minimum of 90 credits and a minimum grade point average of 2.0 are needed to graduate.

This program prepares students to teach and care for young children from birth to age eight with regard for children's social, physical, emotional development, and safety. Graduates are prepared to work in both public and private sectors, and in a variety of educational and child-care settings. Potential employment opportunities include nursery schools, pre-schools, day care businesses, government agencies, private kindergartens, and para-professionals in the public schools. This degree is designed for students wishing to directly enter the workforce. It is not designed for transfer to a four-year institution, although some coursework may be transferable. Students who wish to transfer coursework are strongly encouraged to work closely with their TVCC advisor to develop a transfer plan and to identify and contact an advisor at their chosen transfer institution. A minimum of 90 credits and a minimum grade point average of 2.0 are needed to graduate with a degree. - - -

The required courses for earning the Early Intervention CPCC include initial child development concepts that are embedded in the in the Early Childhood Education AAS degree. These courses provide education experiences and training in the areas of Child Neglect and Abuse; Children of Incarcerated Parents; Homeless Children; and Critical Factors in Parent Neglect.

We can help you customize your Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer Degree from Treasure Valley Community College with an emphasis in Elementary Education. By earning an AAOT, you can save money on the first two years of your bachelor's degree before you transfer to a university. See an advisor for more options and information about how to design your AAOT with your transfer degree in mind.

We can help you customize your Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer Degree from Treasure Valley Community College with an emphasis in Secondary Education. By earning an AAOT, you can save money on the first two years of your bachelor's degree before you transfer to a university. See an advisor for more options and information about how to design your AAOT with your transfer degree in mind.