Paraeducator (Instructional Assistant)
The Program at UCC
This certificate program was created for training, qualifying and credentialing statewide Oregon Paraeducators (classroom aides). The program satisfies the local option for an assessment that measures competency as a Teacher Assistant/Aide. Classes may be taken by anyone interested in exploring the field of education. Some course work may be applied toward an Associate of Arts degree if the student chooses to continue on an educational path.
Why become an instructional assistant?
- Satisfaction of working with children and other quality professional teams
- Delighting in being part of the learning process
- Work schedule matches children's school year schedule
- Great pay and benefit options
You can expect to take courses in these subjects:
- Intro to Education
- Instructional Strategies
- Classroom Management
- Instructional Strategies
- Students with Special Needs
- Foundations in Education
- Learning and Development
- Education Technology
- Other Subject Areas
| Tuition | Fees | Books and Supplies |
| $3,300.00 | $375.00 |
$1,500 |
| Median Loan Debt | 2009-10 Completion Rate |
Job Placement Rate |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
For more information about this program and how to enroll please contact
Gwen Soderberg-Chase
Phone: (541)440-4649
E-mail:
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