Can I teach Spanish in K-12 and at the community college level with either track?
The LLC track represents the traditional curriculum of advanced studies in Spanish language, linguistics, literature, civilization and culture, and methodology. Therefore, as a Master of Arts in Spanish, it is immediately recognizable as an advanced credential for teaching Spanish in K-12 and at the community college level. The TTS track is a specialization offered within the Master of Arts in Spanish. Its primary purpose is to prepare graduates for professional-level work in translation. This track does require four graduate courses (12 credit hours) from the LLC track, which is more course work in linguistics, literature, and civilization and culture than what a typical M.A.T. in Spanish may require. Though less immediately recognizable than the LLC track for teaching purposes, the TTS track should also constitute a valid advanced credential for teaching Spanish in K-12 and at the community college level.
