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If you want to work in a school setting and make a positive difference in a young person's life, a career as an education paraeducator could be an excellent path for you. In this program, you'll prepare to become an important member of the instructional team. You'll learn about current and historical topics in regular and special education, instructional strategies, behavior management, human development and interpersonal skills in the context of a diverse society. The program includes hands-on experiences in schools. Whether you want to support a teacher with learning in the classroom, or assist a student with a disability, this program will help open doors to a rewarding career in paraeducation. This program includes core curriculum and is intended for those seeking paraeducator training with an emphasis in American Sign Language. Paraeducators assist in classrooms with children or adults in instructional settings under the direction of a certified teacher. Courses are offered online and/or on campus.
Average number of students who completed each year
8
Gender
Male
16%
Female
84%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
0%
Black or African American
3%
Hispanic
3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
85%
Multi-racial
9%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
6%
20 to 29
31%
30 to 39
19%
40 to 49
28%
50 and over
17%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
0%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
56%
Some college experience, but no degree
44%
Certificate or AA
0%
BA or higher
0%
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