Career Based Courses

Introduction to Urban Education (10-12)

0850

Prerequisite: Students are expected to have a GPA of 2.1 or higher.

The Intro to Urban Education course is designed to help students understand both the rewards and challenges of a teaching career. Students will discuss current issues in education from the perspective of students, teachers, parents and communities. They will also have the opportunity to observe and participate in teaching experiences from a critical and learning lens. Students will earn three credits which can be used at Minneapolis College or transferred to another institution for review. Students also can complete a certificate or associate's program in education for immediate work as a paraprofessional in education.