Supporting Childrens Learning Certificate

Program Description

This certificate is designed to further the professional development needs of anyone preparing for, or already engaged in, an instructional assistant or educational paraprofessional position. The coursework in this certificate program addresses methods for assisting in the instruction, guidance and classroom management of students by performing a variety of instructional support activities related to grade-level curriculum. Integrating current technology into the learning environment is also introduced. All courses transfer to the Instructional Assistant associate of applied science degree.

Approximate Costs

• $106 per credit (resident)
• $159 per credit (out-of-state resident)
• *Online students are not charged out-of-state fees.

Career Opportunities

• Teacher Assistants
• Instructional Assistants
• Paraprofessionals
• Specialized Aides in Reading, Computers or Special Education

Program Outcomes

• Summarize the important components of each step of the writing process.
• Use scaffolding to increase student independence.
• Describe ways to create healthy classroom environments conducive to learning.
• Demonstrate the inquiry process in science.
• Prepare an instructional bulletin board.
• Develop a learning center.
• Use a gradebook software program.

Admission Process

• Submit the college admission application.
• Submit the $30 one-time fee.
• Meet with Admissions to discuss order of courses and prerequisites (strongly encouraged).
• Health Requirements need to be met and a Criminal Background Check is required.