Bachelors of Applied Science - Elementary Education

Morgan Community College's Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Elementary Education is a hybrid, field-based teacher preparation program designed to prepare candidates for Colorado K-6
Elementary Teacher Licensure. The program is intentionally structured to support students in rural and regional communities across Colorado.
Courses are offered either online or in a hybrid format, allowing students to attend many classes live via Zoom, while completing required field experiences in local elementary settings. This flexible design allows candidates to remain in their home communities while building strong, sustained relationships with local schools and education professionals across the state.
As a Bachelor of Applied Science, the program prioritizes hands-on practice, guided fieldwork, and ongoing engagement in real classrooms. Candidates complete embedded field-based assignments throughout the program, making them uniquely prepared for the realities of today's classrooms upon graduation. Students entering the BAS in Elementary Education must have completed:

• An Associate of Arts degree in Elementary Education (Please contact us for more information regarding transfers)

Prior to participating in field-based coursework, students are required to pass a background check, as mandated for work in school settings. The program is built on strong partnerships with local districts, schools and mentor educators, ensuring coursework is responsive to community needs and aligned with current professional practice. Graduates leave the program with extensive classroom experience, strong professional relationships, and credentials that support teaching across elementary settings.