Paraprofessional Education (CRT.PRPRO)

This program is designed to provide students with the knowledge base and practical skills necessary for assisting with children and teachers in a public school setting. The certificate option is the first year of the two-year associate in applied science degree in Paraprofessional Education. Students are encouraged to check with their local school district on specific college education requirements needed in the field of paraprofessional education.

Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.
Catalog Term Year: 2026 Fall
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
ENG-119
Composition I Pathway 
* OR
ENG-120
Composition I 
*
3.0
EDU-100
Introduction to Education 
^^^
3.0
ECE-095
Creative Activities for Children 
4.0
MAT-118
Math for Elem Teachers I 
*
3.0
ECE-110
Child Behavior Management 
3.0

Semester Totals

16.0
Second Semester
EDU-103
Teaching/Learning W/Technology 
3.0
PSY-274
Child Development 
3.0
COM-111
Intro to Speech Communication 
3.0
EDU-190
Introduction/Special Education 
3.0
MAT-218
Math for Elem Teachers II 
*
3.0

Semester Totals

15.0

Total Program Hours

31.0