What is a AA degree in theology?

Generally, in some states an AA degree from an accredited college means that you have satisfied the GURs and are considered a "Junior" for most universities.

In other words, an AA from Cottonwood Church College is worthless, unless it is an accredited program, recognized by the other colleges and universities in your state.

Let me be very clear and understand that what I'm saying is not about your beliefs or religion. If you want to have a good chance at stable, well paying, employment, you need to get a useful degree from an accredited university or college. Basically, an AA or BA in Philosophy, Theology, Literature, History or similar studies is relatively worthless. (I'm not saying that being interested in, or learning about these things are worthless, just that they are not marketable skills unless you want to get your Phd and teach in them). Look at it this way, one of my best friends was a psychology major and he realized that unless he was willing to get a master's and doctorate, his BS was relatively worthless in the job market so he joined ROTC and got a commision in the Army.

My advice: enroll in a public community college, take a wide number of electives that you think you might be interested in and where your interests intersect with what you can support yourself with. I'd strongly suggest the STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) careers, but this is not for everyone. Remember, there is nothing wrong with getting a marketable area and minoring in what really interests you, not to mention that you can continue to learn throughout your whole life.

The degree isn't helpful if you plan to transfer for continuing education beyond a 2-year degree. They list only three institutions that accept their degrees for transfer. You would do better to find other schools that offer transferable credit. There are many schools affiliated with churches and which are regionally or nationally accredited. Specialized accreditation refers to accreditation to a specialized program or school within a college or university. If you are seeking a theology, here are a couples of pages that may be helpful with finding a school:

U.S. Department of Education

FAQs about Accreditation

http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/faqaccr.aspx

U.S. Department of Education

Accreditation in the United States

Specialized Accrediting Agencies

http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/accreditat...

The Association of Theological Schools

The Commission on Accrediting

http://www.ats.edu/member-schools/member-school-li...

I hope this helps.

Peace be with you.

It sounds like an Associates in Arts to me. An Associates degree is a two year degree.

"Transworld Accrediting Commission International"

Fuhgeddaboudit.

Really, you can do a lot better with a legitimately accredited BA in theology.