Program Description

The Intro to Education Certificate is designed for learners interested in working in an educational environment supporting teachers and students. This certificate provides an introduction to historical and current education practices, the use of technology in education, and how children and adolescents develop. All courses ladder into the Foundations of Teacher Education Associate Degree.

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Approximate Program Cost

$1,555
Tuition & Fees: $1,445
Books & Supplies: $110

Financial Aid

Not Available
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Outcomes

Graduates will be able to…

  • Demonstrate an introductory understanding of how to identify and utilize effective technology
  • Demonstrate an introductory understanding of how children and adolescents develop, including environmental influences
  • Demonstrate an introductory understanding of how to support teachers within an educational setting (e.g., classroom management)

Careers

Some of the potential careers graduates can pursue are:

  • Substitute Paraeducator in Non-Title 1 Funded Schools
  • Paraeducator in Non-Title 1 Funded Schools

Courses

The Intro to Education Certificate is a 9 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.

EDU: Intro To Ed Practices 3.00
EDU: Child & Adol Dev 3.00
EDU: Technology In Ed 3.00
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