Inspire the next generation of learners and build the foundation for a rewarding career in teaching with the Casper College elementary education program. Designed for both traditional students starting their journey and nontraditional learners seeking a career change, our program provides the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program required for public school teacher certification. You will explore educational psychology, literacy instruction, and classroom diversity while gaining the leadership skills necessary to manage a 21st-century classroom.
We offer a transfer-oriented Associate of Science degree that aligns with national standards for teacher preparation.
Casper College is a national leader in “affordable excellence,” providing the high-quality training of a four-year university at a fraction of the cost. For the current academic year, we awarded more than $13.8 million in financial aid to help our students pursue their dreams without the burden of excessive debt. Elementary education majors are eligible for the Hathaway Scholarship, federal grants, and over 270 institutional scholarship funds. We are committed to making your goal of becoming a teacher an accessible reality.
Graduates of this program typically continue their education to earn a bachelor’s degree, leading to a wide range of roles within the educational system.
Note: All education students must undergo a background check and fingerprinting to participate in field experiences and secure future employment in Wyoming public schools.
Our program adheres to rigorous academic standards to ensure your credits are respected by employers and transfer institutions. Casper College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
The Associate of Science (A.S.) in Elementary Education is specifically built for students planning to complete a baccalaureate degree. Through our strong partnership with the University of Wyoming and the University of Wyoming at Casper, you can transition seamlessly into their elementary education programs. By starting at Casper College, you benefit from smaller class sizes and personalized instruction for your foundational credits before transferring to finish your junior and senior years. Learn more at Transfer Agreements.
Are you a licensed teacher or teaching with a PIC permit? Are you interested in teaching this subject matter in classes at the junior, middle, and/or high school levels? You can complete a set of courses within this program to qualify for a career and technical education teaching endorsement.
You can download it from the Resources section of this web page. Or you can call Lupe at 307-268-2235 and she will be happy to mail you a copy of the guidebook.
Each year there is a different pool of candidates. We never know how many people will apply. In the past couple of years it has been between 40-50 applicants each semester.
We admit 32 students to start in January and August.
Students earn points based on degree GPA, TEAS test scores, and grades they receive in pre-requisite courses and in selected general education courses. Students with the highest points are admitted. See the “Admission Ranking Worksheet” in the Guide to ReNEW AD Nursing for a detailed description.
We do not utilize a waiting list. After accepting the initial students, we rank the remaining qualified applicants according to their point totals and create an alternate list. Because some students maybe provisionally admitted while enrolled in pre-requisite courses, confirmed admissions will take place upon posting of final grades. If accepted students decline or become inelegible, applicants from the alternate list will be invited to join the program. This list remains viable until beginning of the semester and then becomes void. We begin the following admissions period with no preference given to those applicants who had been on the alternate list.
Starting Fall 2024, a CNA License will be required for admission.
In the Fall of 2016 there was a curriculum change to the ReNEW curriculum. We offer an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN). The ReNEW curriculum is a BSN curriculum with an ADN benchmark so students can become an RN and transition into the BSN program offered on-line through UW . There are some areas that are covered more extensively in the baccalaureate degree. These include research and a greater emphasis on leadership. Basic nursing content is the same in both levels of education. Graduates of both degrees take the same licensing exam, the NCLEX-RN.
After being accepted, the program is 2 years (4 semesters).
Casper College offers many courses via distance education including online courses. See the current college catalog for an up-to-date listing of courses offered, including those offered online. All nursing classes utilize the internet (MyCCMoodle) to augment the course’s delivery.
Nursing students or Nursing program applicants who would like a chance for Wyoming Investment in Nursing (WYIN) funds need to contact Align at 800-999-6541 extension 9019 or 9051. Their application and self certification form must be returned to the Enrollment Services office, 3rd floor Gateway Center.
The Elementary Education program at Casper College helped me discover that I have a passion for teaching and working with kids. I can honestly say that I’m more confident in my career path thanks to the experiences I’ve had here
Education Instructor
Academic Chair; Education Instructor
Education Instructor
Academic Assistant, School of Social & Behavioral Sciences
Interim Dean, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
