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Paraprofessional Educator (AAS.PRPRO)

This program is designed to provide students with the knowledge base and practical skills necessary for assisting teachers in a public school setting. This degree is suited for individuals who desire a career working with children in an educational learning environment. In response to the No Child Left Behind Act, this degree in Paraprofessional Education meets the recommended curriculum outlined by the Illinois State Board of Education.

ECE 120 and 125 must be taken the same semester.

Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.

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Catalog Term Year: 2025 Fall

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First Year
First Semester

COREEDU-103

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREEDU-100

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREECE-110

Credit Hours: 3.00

GENENG-119

-OR-
Credit Hours: 3.00

GENMAT-118

Credit Hours: 3.00

First Year
Second Semester

COREEDU-190

Credit Hours: 3.00

GENENG-121

Credit Hours: 3.00

GENMAT-218

Credit Hours: 3.00

GENHUM-150

Credit Hours: 3.00

GENBIO-100

Credit Hours: 4.00

Second Year
First Semester

COREECE-095

Credit Hours: 4.00

COREECE-102

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREEDU-210

Credit Hours: 3.00

GENCOM-111

Credit Hours: 3.00

GENPSY-271

-OR-
Credit Hours: 3.00

Second Year
Second Semester

COREECE-083

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREECE-120

Credit Hours: 1.00

COREECE-125

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREEDU-200

Credit Hours: 3.00

GENPSY-274

Credit Hours: 3.00

FIRST YEAR
First Semester			Hours
GEN	ENG-119	Composition I Pathway ENG-119 Composition I Pathway Students will study the writing process by reading essays illustrating a variety of rhetorical strategies, analyzing texts and writing, revising and editing short essays. Course is for students who have assessed into developmental English, receiving supplemental instruction for course completion. Course Outline OR
GEN	ENG-120	Composition I ENG-120 Composition I Students develop a writing process by reading and analyzing texts that illustrate various rhetorical strategies as well as writing, revising and editing short essays. Minimally, students must compose four formal, revised writing assignments, having one reach at least 1,250 words. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	EDU-103	Teaching/Learning W/Technology EDU-103 Teaching/Learning W/Technology This course features practical ways to use various types of technology for the K-12 classroom teacher. This is a basic course in microcomputers, their operation and their utilization in K-12 classrooms. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
CORE	EDU-100	Introduction to Education EDU-100 Introduction to Education An overview of the American education system. Social, historical and philosophical foundations give perspective to an examination of current issues, policies and trends in the field of education, including cultural diversity. A 30 hours practical lab is required for this course. Course Outline	3.0
GEN	MAT-118	Math for Elem Teachers I MAT-118 Math for Elem Teachers I A course designed for Elementary Education majors. Topics include number theory, probability and statistics, development of numeration systems, sets, functions, mathematical reasoning and problem solving. Counts as general education requirement for elementary education majors when taken in sequence with MAT-218. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	ECE-110	Child Behavior Management ECE-110 Child Behavior Management This course focuses on the use of positive redirective techniques in shaping behavior so children can learn self discipline and self control. Observation of discipline problems and analyzation of procedures are required of the student. Course Outline	3.0
	Semester Totals		15.0
Second Semester
GEN	ENG-121	Composition II ENG-121 Composition II Students will learn how to find, use, assess and document research sources, producing an extended writing project based primarily on library research. Course Outline *	3.0
GEN	MAT-218	Math for Elem Teachers II MAT-218 Math for Elem Teachers II The study of the concepts and theory of measurement and geometry via the problem-solving approach, using both calculators and microcomputers throughout. Designed for Elementary Education majors. Counts as general education requirement for elementary education majors when taken in sequence with MAT-118. Course Outline	3.0
GEN	HUM-150	Humanities Through the Arts HUM-150 Humanities Through the Arts Students will survey the human condition as revealed through the arts, including an examination of painting, sculpture, architecture, literature, drama, film, photography and music. Course Outline	3.0
GEN	BIO-100	Bio Science I BIO-100 Bio Science I This course provides an introduction to the fundamental processes and structures common to all living things along with their applications to society. Course Outline	4.0
CORE	EDU-190	Introduction/Special Education EDU-190 Introduction/Special Education This course is designed to introduce the student to the study of exceptional children, including a survey of the child's developmental traits and examination of appropriate intervention techniques. Course Outline	3.0
	Semester Totals		16.0

SECOND YEAR
First Semester			Hours
GEN	COM-111	Intro to Speech Communication COM-111 Intro to Speech Communication Focuses on the fundamental principles and methods of selecting, analyzing, organizing, developing and communicating information, evidence and points of view to audiences. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	ECE-095	Creative Activities for Children ECE-095 Creative Activities for Children This course provides students an understanding of the value of and practical experience in preparing creative activities and experiences for children. The student is given many opportunities to explore, develop, and appreciate various types of creative media for preschool children. Course Outline	4.0
CORE	ECE-102	Health/Safety/Nutri/Yng Child ECE-102 Health/Safety/Nutri/Yng Child This course focuses on the health, safety, and nutritional needs of children in group settings as well as the personal health of the individual. Emphasis is placed on preventive health through education and the development of healthy habits. Course Outline	3.0
GEN	PSY-271	Intr/Psychology PSY-271 Intr/Psychology Focuses on psychology as a science, presenting concepts, research methods and research in a variety of subfields, including neuroscience, sensation and perception, consciousness, learning and memory, cognition, motivation and emotion, development, personality, disorders and therapy and social psychology. Course Outline OR
GEN	HIS-153	History/Culture of Non-Western Civ. HIS-153 History/Culture of Non-Western Civ. TThe course introduces students to the history and culture of non-Western civilizations from ancient to modern times. It focuses upon broad themes in history and culture and will examine those themes in each major historical era. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	EDU-210	Diversity in Schools and Societies EDU-210 Diversity in Schools and Societies This course is a study of how schooling is shaped by and ought to respond to the social contexts in which it occurs, particularly in multicultural and global contexts. Course Outline	3.0
	Semester Totals		16.0
Second Semester
CORE	ECE-083	Instructional Methods ECE-083 Instructional Methods This course enables students to do total program planning consistent with the developmental needs of children. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	ECE-120	Field Experience Seminar ECE-120 Field Experience Seminar This course prepares the student for the Field Experience practicum (ECE125) and includes preparation of credentials for seeking employment. Course Outline	1.0
CORE	ECE-125	Field Experience ECE-125 Field Experience Supervised practicum designed for Early Childhood and Child & Family Services and Paraprofessional Education majors to provide on-the-job experience. Practicum will include application of: program and classroom management skills, managing daily routines, curriculum development, agency policies and regulations, and enhancement of family involvement. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	EDU-200	Educational Psychology EDU-200 Educational Psychology The application of psychology principles to education. Special emphasis on understanding growth and development, the learning process, motivation, intelligence, evaluation, measurement, creativity and the impact of culture on learning styles. Course Outline	3.0
GEN	PSY-274	Child Development PSY-274 Child Development Study of theories and research methods used to study development from conception to adolescence. Topics include physical, sensory, perceptual, cognitive, language, emotional, social and gender development as well as family, peer, and institutional influences on development. Course Outline	3.0
	Semester Totals		13.0

Total Program Hours

60.0

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Email: counsel@lakelandcollege.edu

Faculty Contact: Tanille R. Ulm
Faculty Email: tulm@lakelandcollege.edu
Faculty Phone: 217-234-5488

* There are prerequisites, course requisites, or minimum placement test scores for this course.
** Electives must be approved by the Program Coordinator
+ Course only offered fall semester
++ Course only offered spring and summer semester
+++ Course only offered spring semester
++++ Course offered in summer term only
^ SOS 050 Human Relations and PSY 271 Introduction to Psychology cannot be used as a social science elective
^^ Consult Academic Advisor for appropriate course
^^^ Course requires a 30-hour practicum experience in addition to classroom lecture hours
^^^^ ECE 120 and ECE 125 must be taken the same semester

Paraprofessional Educator (AAS.PRPRO)

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Catalog Term Year: 2025 Fall

First YearFirst Semester

First YearSecond Semester

Second YearFirst Semester

Second YearSecond Semester

ENG-119Composition I Pathway

ENG-120Composition I

EDU-103Teaching/Learning W/Technology

EDU-100Introduction to Education

MAT-118Math for Elem Teachers I

ECE-110Child Behavior Management

Semester Totals

ENG-121Composition II

MAT-218Math for Elem Teachers II

HUM-150Humanities Through the Arts

BIO-100Bio Science I

EDU-190Introduction/Special Education

Semester Totals

COM-111Intro to Speech Communication

ECE-095Creative Activities for Children

ECE-102Health/Safety/Nutri/Yng Child

PSY-271Intr/Psychology

HIS-153History/Culture of Non-Western Civ.

EDU-210Diversity in Schools and Societies

Semester Totals

ECE-083Instructional Methods

ECE-120Field Experience Seminar

ECE-125Field Experience

EDU-200Educational Psychology

PSY-274Child Development

Semester Totals

Total Program Hours

First Year
First Semester

First Year
Second Semester

Second Year
First Semester

Second Year
Second Semester

ENG-119
Composition I Pathway

ENG-120
Composition I

EDU-103
Teaching/Learning W/Technology

EDU-100
Introduction to Education

MAT-118
Math for Elem Teachers I

ECE-110
Child Behavior Management

ENG-121
Composition II

MAT-218
Math for Elem Teachers II

HUM-150
Humanities Through the Arts

BIO-100
Bio Science I

EDU-190
Introduction/Special Education

COM-111
Intro to Speech Communication

ECE-095
Creative Activities for Children

ECE-102
Health/Safety/Nutri/Yng Child

PSY-271
Intr/Psychology

HIS-153
History/Culture of Non-Western Civ.

EDU-210
Diversity in Schools and Societies

ECE-083
Instructional Methods

ECE-120
Field Experience Seminar

ECE-125
Field Experience

EDU-200
Educational Psychology

PSY-274
Child Development