Jefferson Community College

Microcredential in

Teacher Assistant Level II

This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.

Jefferson Community College

Watertown, NY 13601

Face to Face

Delivery

1 Semester

Estimated time to complete

11.3 CEUs

Continuing education units

$1,500.00

Estimated cost*

What you'll learn

Advance your classroom skills with the Teaching Assistant Level II microcredential! The first in a two-part series, this microcredential prepares those who have already achieved Level I status with the additional skills, knowledge and experience needed for the NYS Teaching Assistant II certification. You will dive deeper into the foundations of education, exploring best practices in all aspects of teaching. A focus on research and communication will strengthen your interactions with teachers and students. You will also explore key theories and themes in psychology that support human development, supporting the advancement of your students and honing your research skills. This microcredential allows you to take another step forward in support of your goals and commitment to your students. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you to apply for your Level II certification, for continued study and advancement, and readies you to begin to prepare for the next microcredential in the series, Teaching Assistant III.

A face to face microcredential from Jefferson Community College (11.3 CEUs). Registration is completed with Jefferson Community College. Eligible for financial aid.

Prerequisites: High school diploma or equivalent

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

Upcoming sections

Section 1:

Open

What you can earn

Teacher Assistant Level II Microcredential (Digital Badge)

Prepares for an industry certification exam (Industry-Recognized Credential)

Pathway to Credit

This Jefferson Community College course can count toward credit at the SUNY campuses below. Each campus decides how the credit applies; confirm with its admissions or registrar office.

CampusMajorCounts asDegreeCreditsAs of
Empire State UniversityEducation StudiesEDU 201 Foundations of EducationCertificate3Jan 4, 2026
North Country Community CollegeEarly Childhood EducationEDU 105 Child DevelopmentBachelor's4Jul 8, 2025
SUNY OneontaEducation StudiesEDU 201 Foundations of EducationBachelor's5Dec 10, 2024

Empire State University

Major

Education Studies

Counts as

EDU 201 Foundations of Education

Degree

Certificate

Credits

3

As of

Jan 4, 2026

North Country Community College

Major

Early Childhood Education

Counts as

EDU 105 Child Development

Degree

Bachelor's

Credits

4

As of

Jul 8, 2025

SUNY Oneonta

Major

Education Studies

Counts as

EDU 201 Foundations of Education

Degree

Bachelor's

Credits

5

As of

Dec 10, 2024

Skills covered

Teaching Models

Education Foundations

Human Development

Student Engagement

Research

Information Literacy

Career outlook

Related occupations: Teaching Assistant, Substitute Teacher, Paraprofessional

Schools across New York are hiring teaching assistants and paraprofessionals.

* Estimated cost

Each campus will confirm final costs.