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Teacher TRAC Center
Administration Bldg.
(562) 860-2451 ext. 2212

Center Hours:
Mon, Thur. 8am - 4:30pm
Tues, Wed. 8am - 7pm
Fridays: Closed!
 

How to Get Started in Teacher TRAC 
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Step 1: I am an.........

 

Step 2: Applying to Teacher TRAC:

Button Requirements for Admission into Teacher TRAC:

 

Elementary Pathway

Middle & High School Pathway

Career Technical Education Pathway

Submit a one page, double spaced essay stating why you want to be a teacher

Required

Required

Required

Submit unofficial High School and College transcripts from every institution attended, if applicable

Required

Required

Required

Grade Point Average (G.P.A)

Minimum 2.50

Minimum 2.50

Minimum 2.0

Cerritos College Assessment Test

Required

Required

Recommended

Eligible for English 52 or higher

Required

Required

Recommended

Eligible for Math 60 or higher

Required

Required

Recommended


   * If you have questions about the Requirements, please contact us at (562) 860-2451 Ext. 2212.

Step 3: What area/grade level are you interested in Teaching?

Button Elementary Education Teaching Pathway {K-6}
Have you ever thought about teaching in the Elementary School?  Well now's your chance!  The Cerritos College Teacher TRAC Program {in Partnership with CSULB} have created the Elementary Education Track that allows students to earn their Bachelors and 1st Year Teaching Credential in 4 years, splitting the classes up between Cerritos College and CSULB.  If your interested in making a difference in the life of a child, then this is the program for you.  Check out the Elementary Education Component of Teacher TRAC for more information!
   
Button Middle School / High School Teaching Pathway {Secondary}
Are you interested in Teaching at the Middle School or High School Level?  Teacher TRAC provides an opportunity for students to work on their coursework in the area that they would like to teach and an opportunity to complete a B.A. Degree at a four year college.  If you have a passion for teaching Middle School or High School, then you want to check out the Middle School / High School Pathway as part of the Teacher TRAC Program for more information!
   
Button Career Technical Education Teaching Pathway {CTE}
Are you interested in Teaching Automotive Technology, Welding, or Woodworking at the High School or Community College Level?  This component of Teacher TRAC provides individuals with a passion for Automotive Technology, Welding, and Woodworking the opportunity to share that passion and knowledge with the next generation of industry professionals.  If this sounds like a calling for you, then you want to check out the CTE Teacher TRAC Pathway for more information!
   
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Last update: 08/10/10