The paraeducator certificate program prepares students for employment in a school setting. The program combines classroom instruction with observation experiences in K-12 classrooms. Students who complete the program are eligible for generalist paraeducator certification from the Iowa Department of Education.
Awards Available
Certificate
A certificate is awarded following successful completion of a select group of career courses in a four- to six-month format.
- Paraeducator: Certificate
Potential Careers
- Paraeducator
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Sample Courses
- EDU 213 Introduction to Education
- EDU 245 Exceptional Learner
- EDU 151 Observation in Teaching I
Click on the course number in the list above to view the course description. This may not be a complete list of courses that may be included for the Paraeducator Certificate. To see all courses in a semester-by-semester plan, view the Paraeducator Certificate course outline.