– AS Degree 60 semester credits For Education and Leadership
The degree program in Judaic Studies features preparation in the field of Judaic related studies and education. However, it is not intended as a formal theological program. The core general education and computer literacy courses are foundational and are an important component of the program of study. Integral to the program is knowledge of Jewish history, heritage, culture, and tradition, as well as the communication skills and methodologies necessary to function effectively with the Jewish community, members including with those who are adolescents, disabled, elderly, and indigent. Graduates will be able to work successfully in a variety of settings including Jewish community organizations and associations, Jewish Day Schools, synagogues, community centers and agencies serving the needs of the general population. Graduates are prepared for positions such as Early Childhood Teacher, Head Start Teacher Assistant, Pre-school Teacher, Teacher Assistant, Kindergarten Teacher, Teacher K-12 in Hebrew Day Schools, Education Program Assistant, Judaic Studies Adult Education Teacher, Assistant to Clergy, and Assistant to School Principal. In addition, they may serve in any administrative capacity at an educational or service organization that works within the Jewish community.
| GENERAL EDUCATION CORE | 21 credits | |
| Communication Skills: | ||
| ENG 101 Composition I | 3 credits | |
| Â SPE 101 Speech | 3 credits | |
| General Education Elective: | ||
| Choose one of the following 3 credit courses | ||
| ENG 201 Composition II or | 3 credits | |
| PHL 101 Logic & Critical Thinking | ||
| Quantitative Skills: | ||
| MAT 101 College Algebra | 3 credits | |
| Science: | ||
| BIO 101 Human Biology | 3 credits | |
| Computer Skills: | ||
| CIS 101 Introduction to Computers | 3 credits | |
| Social Sciences: | ||
| HIS 101 World Civilization I | 3 credits | |
| JUDAIC AND EDUCATIONAL CAREER STUDIES | 39 credits | |
| EDU 101 Foundations of Education | 3 credits | |
| EDU/ECE 102 Educational Psychology | 3 credits | |
| EDU 103 Teaching Methodology | 3 credits | |
| EDU/ECE 105 Child Development | 3 credits | |
| HEB 101 Hebrew I | 3 credits | |
| HEB 201 Hebrew II | 3 credits | |
| HIS 104 Modern Jewish History | 3 credits | |
| JUD 101 Bible I | 3 credits | |
| JUD 201 Talmud I | 3 credits | |
| JUD 103 Halachic Codes I | 3 credits | |
| PHL 201 Jewish Philosophy I | 3 credits | |
| Education Elective: | ||
| Choose one of the following 3 credit courses | ||
| EDU 104 Literacy and the Bicultural Community | 3 credits | |
| EDU 201 Education, Culture and Adaptive Technology | ||
| Judaic Studies Elective: | ||
| Choose one of the following 3 credit courses | ||
| JUD 102 Bible II or JUD 202 Talmud II or | 3 credits | |
| JUD 104 Halachic Codes II or PHL 202 Jewish Philosophy II | ||
| CDS 101 Career Development Seminar | non credit | |
| CRS 101 Client Relations Seminar | non credit | |
| INT 101 Community Service/Work Practicum 30 hours | non credit |
Important:
The availability of certain educational offerings may depend on facts such as the number of students interested in a particular program or course. Students are advised to check with the Dean/Associate Dean regarding program/course availability before making enrollment decisions.
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Please Note: To fulfill the general education core history requirement, students must take at least one of the following history courses: HIS 101 World Civilization I, HIS 102 World Civilization II, HIS 103 American History or HIS 104 Modern Jewish History. If a student chooses to take only one history course, then the other listed history courses may be substituted by an elective. However, it is advisable that such choices should be discussed in advance with the Dean/Associate Dean.