Paraprofessional Education
Paraprofessional Education Certificate
The Certificate of Applied Sciences in Paraprofessional Education is a certification targeting paraprofessionals in the educational setting without any previous college coursework and also serve as a stackable credential for incoming students entering into teaching professions. The certification may allow paraprofessionals to earn higher wages in their current positions and incoming teacher candidates to gain employment while working towards the associate degree at LSUE and a baccalaureate degree at the student’s transfer institution.
Academic Area
Liberal Arts
Manuel Hall 147
337-550-1308
About the Paraprofessional Education Certificate
Paraprofessionals often help stabilize the workforce particularly during times of teacher shortages. Thus, the certificate will also benefit the educational community by better preparing paraprofessionals for the workforce. Students who earn the Certificate of Applied Sciences in Paraprofessional Education will have knowledge and skills more desirable to potential employers.
What You'll Accomplish
Through your coursework, you will:
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Earn a Certificate in Paraprofessional Education
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Take elective courses that can be tailored to your goals
- Develop your knowledge and skills
Degree Requirements - 27 Total Required Credits
For additional detailed information on coursework, please visit the Academic Catalog Curriculum.
Total Credits Required: 27
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General Education Courses: 12
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Free Electives: 15
- ENGL 1001 (CENL 1013) - English Composition Cr.: 3
- EDCI 2700 - Characteristics of Exceptional Children Cr.: 3
- Approved history elective Cr: 3
- Approved math elective Cr: 3
- PSYC 2060 (CPSY 2613) - Educational Psychology Cr.: 3
- ENGL 1002 (CENL 1023) - English Composition Cr.: 3
- Approved education elective* Cr: 3
- Approved fine art elective Cr: 3
- Approved elective** Cr: 3