Overview

The 2+2 program enables students to complete a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education on one of four Roane State campuses (Roane, Oak Ridge, Cumberland, or Scott). The first two years of classes are taken with Roane State, (following the AST degree requirements), and the last two years of classes are taken with Tennessee Tech.

Work Settings

K-6 classroom

Credentialing Requirements

AST Degree (First 2-years at RSCC):

• Successful completion of PRAXIS I (Math 173; Reading 174; Writing 173); OR an ACT score of 22, SAT of 1020 or higher.
• Satisfactory rating on an index of suitability for the teaching profession. (Rated by three professionals: K-12 teacher, principal, or counselor; education faculty; RSCC faculty outside of education).
• Attainment of a 2.75 cumulative grade point average.

Location

Roane, Oak Ridge, Cumberland, Scott

Salary

$35,000 – $45,000

Roane State Tuition & Fees

Steps to enroll at RSCC to obtain an AST Degree and enroll in the 2+2 program for elementary education:

1. Submit an RSCC Admissions Application and pay a one-time $20 application fee. Indicate on the application you are interested in an AST degree.
2. Submit required proof of immunizations.
3. Submit OFFICIAL transcripts from all high schools or colleges you have attended to the Office of Records and Registration. An official transcript is one that is in an unopened sealed envelope from the high school or college.
4. If you are under 21, and have taken the ACT test within the last 3 years and your score on all parts is 19 or better, you will NOT be required to take the COMPASS placement test to determine if you need any remedial/developmental classes. If you are 21 and over, you WILL be required to take the COMPASS test. The RSCC Counseling Center can provide the times and locations where the tests will be given.
5. See your advisor to help you prepare a degree checklist. Your advisor information can be found on RaiderNet.
6. At this point you can begin completing your remedial/development courses and/or General Education courses or, depending on your ACT score (or transferred courses) you may be ready to start the classes required for the AST degree.