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Program facts 
If you have some college credit or already earned a degree, this certificate prepares you to successfully transition to a career as a paraprofessional educator. Develop the skills and knowledge needed to work with children in non-title I positions in K-12 public or private schools and while preparing for the ISBE Educator License with Stipulations Endorsed for Paraprofessional exam.
Also known as instructional assistants or teacher鈥檚 aides, paraprofessional educators
work in a variety of settings such as classrooms, computer labs and the outdoors.
They assist with tasks including instruction, grading assignments, supervision and
child development.
Take classes in educational psychology, students with disabilities in school, diversity
in schools and society, technology in education, child development, children鈥檚 literature
and more. All courses are taught by expert faculty who are extremely knowledgeable
in the field of education.
Coursework completed for this program can be applied to the Paraprofessional Educator AAS Degree.
This 31 credit-hour program is designed to promote the skills necessary when working with children in non-Title I positions in K-12 public or private schools. Individuals can also use the certificate program toward completion of the Paraprofessional Educator Associate in Applied Science degree.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| ECE 102 | 3 | |
| EDU 201 | 3 | |
| EDU 202 | 1 | |
| EDU 211 | 3 | |
| EDU 219 | 3 | |
| EDU 220 | 3 | |
| EDU 230 | 3 | |
| EDU 250 | 3 | |
| LIT 219 | 3 | |
| Mathematics 1 | 3 | |
| PSY 101 | 2 | 3 |
| Total Hours | 31 | |
The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with听MGT听150 (Business Math) or Math Competency. See听Math Competency options听for information. Students who use Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour AAS General Education elective. See full list of听AAS General Education Electives.
Students must meet the prerequisite of placement into ENG听101 prior to registering for this course.
Students interested in instructional assistant programs may also be interested in:
For more information about 91制片厂's teacher's aide programs, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also .