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Program

Education

An education degree prepares students for a variety of educational careers by providing a theoretical foundation and practical experience in teaching and learning. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to create and edit lesson plans, manage classrooms, and enforce school rules and regulations.
Location(s)
Lakewood Campus
Online
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Why Choose RRCC?

Red Rocks Community College is proud to have transfer agreements with some of the best colleges and universities in the state of Colorado.  At RRCC, we have qualified and accessible faculty with real-world experience, whose primary responsibility is teaching. Our faculty care about our students' success, and with an average class sizes of less than 20 students, you will never be lost in a crowd at RRCC!  We offer many scheduling options to fit your busy life so you can complete courses on a more flexible time frame.

Degrees & Certificates
Title Details
Early Childhood Education AAS  |  60 Credits
Early Childhood Education CERT  |  12 Credits
Early Childhood Teacher Education AA  |  60-61 Credits
Infant/Toddler Early Childhood Teacher CERT  |  18 Credits
Early Childhood Assistant Teacher CERT  |  6 Credits
Early Childhood Teacher CERT  |  18 Credits
Early Childhood Director CERT  |  30 Credits
Paraprofessional Educator CERT  |  26 Credits
Elementary Teacher Education AA  |  60 Credits
Secondary Education AA  |  60 Credits
Faculty & Staff

Janiece Kneppe, Ed.D. - ECE

Education Dept. Program Chair
303-914-6553

Jenning Prevatte, M.Ed.

Education Lead Faculty, Teacher Education and CTE Education Program Advisor
303-914-6237
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Tuition Savings

Becoming a student at RRCC prepares you for transfer to a four-year university, prepares you for an exciting new career or can enhance your current skills.

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Academic Programs

Red Rocks Community College offers courses in Arvada, Lakewood and online as well as hybrid courses.

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Transfer Options

In collaboration with Colorado 4-year schools, Colorado has developed a statewide guaranteed transfer program to create a seamless transfer.

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Become a Student

Becoming a student at RRCC prepares you for transfer to a four-year university, prepares you for an exciting new career or can enhance your current skills.