Online Associate Degree Programs in Education

An online associate's degree in education offers a solid foundation for a career as a teacher or education administrator. Associate's degrees begin with general coursework in sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities, and then go on to applied teacher training courses. Education courses cover curriculum development, child psychology, designing learning activities, accommodating students with special needs, and more. Specialized associate's degrees are available in early childhood education, elementary education, secondary education, and special education.

Starting Your Teaching Career

An associate's degree in education can be a stepping-stone to a career as a teaching or program assistant, or to a more advanced degree. A bachelor's degree is required for most teachers, so the associate's degree is often used to get one's foot in the door and earn a salary while studying for a BA. Distance learning programs enable you to continue your training while you work. Teachers are enjoying high demand, with salaries exceeding the 2004 median of $45,920.