The Louisiana Community and Technical College System submitted a new core grades 1-5 curriculum for an Associate of Science in Teaching degree program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in teaching. Candidates pursuing this degree must demonstrate mastery of core content knowledge in English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and the Arts that is aligned with Louisiana's grades 1-5 content standards. In addition, candidates must complete six credit hours of education courses that address the needs of PK-12 students in classrooms. Candidates who complete the curriculum and meet all exit requirements may transfer the credit hours within the approved curriculum to four year institutions and apply all approved courses to a baccalaureate degree in teacher education. The Board of Regents selected two external consultants to review and evaluate the proposed new Associate of Science in Teaching degree program. The evaluators were charged with reviewing the proposal submitted by Louisiana Community and Technical College System, and providing feedback and recommendations to the Louisiana Community and Technical College System and the Board of Regents relative to the merits of the proposed degree program.