By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing
PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College (CAC) recently received full approval from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), its regional accreditor, to offer a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (BSEE) degree. This 120-credit hour degree is slated to begin in Fall 2026.
Patrick Moyer, Academic Dean, Arts and Sciences stated, “The BSEE is the first bachelor’s degree to be offered by Central Arizona College. At CAC, our commitment to Pinal County drives everything we do. We’re excited to expand our offerings with four-year and post-baccalaureate degrees designed to strengthen our local workforce and boost economic growth.”
Cara Steiner, Lead Faculty for Elementary Education added, “Our new programs in Elementary Education address a critical need for dedicated, highly qualified teachers— in Pinal County and across Arizona. Through powerful community partnerships, innovative academic programs, and some of the most affordable tuition rates in the state, CAC is shaping the future of education while creating opportunities that change lives. Students will be onboarded into the BSEE program in cohorts to support a culture of a strong student community.”
For more information about the new BSEE program, please email Cara Steiner (cara.steiner@centralaz.edu).
About CAC
For more than 50 years, Central Arizona College has been serving and educating the diverse communities of Pinal County. With five campuses located strategically throughout the county, CAC provides accessible, educational, economic, cultural, and personal growth opportunities for those of all ages.
CAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and antidiscrimination. CAC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of the following protected classes and/or characteristics, in all of its operations, programs and activities, including but not limited to employment, promotion, admissions and access to all career and technical programs: race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information contact: Laura Shepherd, Title IX Coordinator at 480‐677‐7853 or titleix@centralaz.edu; Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 520‐494‐5409 or studentaccessibility@centralaz.edu or Human Resources: human.resources@centralaz.edu.
