This program is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge, skills and abilities to effectively assist in the classroom instruction of K-12 students in the areas of reading, writing, math and/or school readiness. Students who complete this program will meet the requirements for Paraprofessional Educators in Title I schools/districts as established by the federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) legislation.

This curricula is not designed for transfer into a baccalaureate teacher preparation program. Please contact the college's program coordinator for details regarding course by course transfer to other institutions. Students interested in transfer education programs, should consult their academic advisor. For current requirements for state and NCLB approved paraprofessional, see ISBE.net or check with your Regional Superintendent Office.

This program has been identified as a TECH PREP program.