Transfer to West Liberty University

Major Code: 335

Note: The “2+2” term is used to refer to a transfer agreement through which a student completes an Associate degree at WVNCC and finishes a Bachelor’s degree at another institution. Because of individual student factors, part-time or full-time status, need for developmental education coursework, scheduling and availability of courses, or other factors, all students may not be able to complete this degree in two (Associate’s) or four (Bachelor’s) years. The term “2+2” does not imply a guarantee that a student will be able to complete all requirements in four years.

Students successfully completing this option will receive an A.A. degree from West Virginia Northern. Upon successfully completing the specified credit hours at West Liberty University, they will receive a B.A. degree in Community Education. The program is designed for students who have an interest in education that is not limited to “traditional teacher education” in the classroom and/or for students who are interested in the non-profit world. The program allows students to choose from 5 different majors, including: Community Arts, Disabilities Services, Outdoor Education, Sports, Recreation and Wellness, Teaching Education and Global Education. The program trains individuals to serve as educators or facilitators in a community-based setting and/or as non-profit administrators. Many of the courses in the Community Education program include field experiences in the local community and/or community based settings.

Students are encouraged to communicate and collaborate with individuals, groups, and institutions of the community on a local, national, and even international level through networking, service learning experiences, and experiential learning. Students are trained in how to serve the community through the non-formal education of children, adults, and communities through a broad set of course work.

Students successfully completing and receiving an A.A. degree under the 2+2 Community Education program with WLU should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of human development, culture, and exceptionalities.
• Demonstrate a readiness to enter a bachelor’s degree program with appropriate commitment to attendance, initiative, organization and interest in the field.
• Demonstrate adequate knowledge and skills related to general education curriculum requirements for the 2+2 Associate in Arts degree, including the ability to:
  • Communicate effectively in oral and written formats.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Employ or utilize information access and literacy skills.
  • Acquire a cultural, artistic and global perspective.
  • Demonstrate professional and human relations skills.

Students are encouraged to meet with the Community Education Program Advisor at WLU early in their program of study at WVNCC to obtain information and advising concerning the program. Consult your WVNCC advisor for further information.

Note: Although a cumulative GPA of 2.0 meets requirements for graduation at WVNCC, students who do not meet the GPA (or other special) requirements at the transfer institution for admission to this baccalaureate program may not be admitted to the program until they are able to meet those requirements. Students should consult with an advisor at the transfer institution early in their program to check on this, and other requirements for admission to the baccalaureate program.

Important information: If the student has ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor for any reason, State or National credentialing boards, licensing board and agencies, which require criminal background checks on potential employees and students may deny employment or placement in certain settings, even if all academic requirements have been completed. Students with questions about this should contact the Program Director.

CIP Code: 240101