Para/Instructional Aide Certificate Program
Hybrid Online and In Person
Paraeducator/Instructional Aide Certificate Program including CPR Certification
Class Dates:
August 18 – September 30, 2025 (approx 6 weeks)
October 6 – November 21, 2025 (approx 6 weeks)
January 5 – February 20, 2026 (approx 6 weeks)
March 2 – April 24, 2026 (approx 6 weeks)
April 27 – June 12, 2026 (approx 6 weeks)
Certificate and NCLB test preparation coursework is online
40 hour Fieldwork is in person and we will work around your schedule for placement
CPR instruction and NCLB Test is in person
High school diploma or high school equivalency is required
At least 18 years old
CASAS Reading Score of 215 required to register for enrollment
Must be enrolled in our ESL/ABE course at the same time
Certificates Earned:
– Early Childhood Education Certificate
– Special Education Certificate
– Title I Schools Certificate
Potential Salary: $35,000 – $50,000
Program Cost: $295 ($100 registration fee and $195 program fee)