Buffalo State

Microcredential in

Educator Preparation for Work-Based Learning Programs

Registration is completed with Buffalo State.

Buffalo State

Buffalo, NY 14222

Hybrid

Delivery

2 Semesters

Estimated time to complete

10 Credits

Credit-bearing

$550.00

Estimated cost*

What you'll learn

This Coordinator of Work-Based Learning microcredential provides current NYS certified CTE and Classroom teachers with in-demand skills. You will gain or strengthen skills needed to develop, implement, coordinate, and evaluate both work-based career exploration as well as discipline-specific, diversified work-based learning programs. You will be prepared to take career development in the high school setting to the next level. Successful completion of this microcredential leads to the required college recommendation for adding the NYS Coordinator of Work-Based Learning certificate extension through the New York State Education Department.

A hybrid microcredential from Buffalo State (10 credits). Registration is completed with Buffalo State.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

Upcoming sections

Section 1:

Open

Section 2:

Open

What you can earn

Educator Preparation for Work-Based Learning Programs Microcredential (Digital Badge)

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

Skills covered

CTE Fundamentals

CTE Philosophy

CTE Program Types

NYS CTE Endorsements

CTE Regulations

Building Advisory Boards

Employer Partnerships

Advocacy

Instructional Space

Written/Verbal Communication

Problem Solving

Career outlook

Related occupations: Teaching Assistant, Substitute Teacher, Paraprofessional

Schools across New York are hiring teaching assistants and paraprofessionals.

Funding opportunities

You may be able to pay for this course with the funding below. Each program decides who qualifies.

SUNY Reskilling Fund (Grant)

Covers tuition for short-term training that leads to in-demand jobs.

Who qualifies: Unemployed or underemployed New York residents.

* Estimated cost

Each campus will confirm final costs.