Paraprofessional Studies A.A.S.

Program Overview

This Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) program in paraprofessional studies provides a comprehensive foundation in education, psychology, and special needs. Students complete core courses in history, psychology, and education, along with electives in areas such as art, music, and literacy. Graduates are prepared for careers as teacher aids, special education assistants, and early childhood assistants.

Program Outline

Outline: Core Course Requirements (39 credits)

HIS 101 or U.S. History to 1877 (3 credits)

HIS 102 or U.S. History Since 1877 (3 credits)

HIS 115 or U.S. History Since 1945 (3 credits)

HIS 145 or Western Civilization: Ancient & Medieval Heritage (3 credits)

HIS 146 Western Civilization: Modern European Heritage (3 credits)

PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology (3 credits)

PSY 201 or Child Psychology (3 credits)

PSY 215 Adolescent Psychology (3 credits)

EDU 101 Introduction to Teacher Education (1 credit)

EDU 125 or Literacy and Storytelling for Young Children (3 credits)

EDU 225 Literature for Children (3 credits)

EDU 212 Foundations of Education in a Diverse Society (3 credits)

EDU 222 Educational Technology (3 credits)

EDU 240 Educational Psychology (3 credits)

EDU 247 Multicultural Education (3 credits)

EDU 250 Education of Exceptional Learners (3 credits)

EDU 252 Autism Spectrum Disorders (3 credits)

EDU 217 Educating Young Children with Special Needs (3 credits)

EDU 285 Teaching Profession With Field Experience (3 credits)

EDU 280 Practicum for Paraprofessionals (2 credits)

Elective (6 credits)

Choose Two:

EDU 242 Art for Children (3 credits)

EDU 246 Music for Children (3 credits)

EDU 125 Teaching Literacy through Storytelling (3 credits)

EDU 225 Literature for Children (3 credits)

EDU 205 Children, Families and Communities (3 credits)

Careers: Paraprofessional Careers

SCC graduates with an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in paraprofessional are employed in careers including teacher aids or assistants, special education assistants, special education paraprofessionals and early childhood assistants.