The Associate in Math Education degree (DTA) was created to aid students interested in careers such as secondary math or science teachers. Future secondary teachers must pursue a major in their field as well as entrance into a school of education. As a result, there is little room for electives. This degree is intended to insure that graduates of Green River are as well prepared as their counterparts at four-year colleges. The transferability of these degrees is backed by a statewide articulation agreement with teacher-training universities.
In addition, the Associate in Math Education (DTA) is accepted by public baccalaureate institutions in the state of Washington under the Direct Transfer Agreement. It fulfills the general education requirements at the public Washington State transfer institution. Green River Community College is fully accredited. Academic courses will usually be accepted by other institutions offering the same (or similar) courses. Some of the courses covered are:
- Communications
- English
- Mathematics
- Psychology
- Economics