Microcredential in
Teaching Assistant
Registration is completed with SUNY Plattsburgh.
SUNY Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Hybrid
Delivery
3 Semesters
Estimated time to complete
115 Hours
Instruction hours
$400.00
Estimated cost*
What you'll learn
Get ready for the classroom with this elementary and secondary school Teaching Assistant microcredential! You will study literacy development, adolescent development and inclusive educational practices. You will gain essential skills in supporting students with disabilities, differentiated instruction and Universal Design for Learning. Importantly, you will have the opportunity to utilize your gained knowledge and the skills in an actual classroom setting. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you to continue your education at the bachelor's or master's levels and equips you to immediately apply for teaching assistant positions.
A hybrid microcredential from SUNY Plattsburgh (115 instruction hours). Registration is completed with SUNY Plattsburgh.
Who can enroll
Ages 18 and up.
Upcoming sections
Section 1:
Open
Section 2:
Open
What you can earn
Teaching Assistant Microcredential (Digital Badge)
Skills covered
Literacy Development
Adolescent Development
Inclusive Educational Practices
Supporting Students with Disabilities
Differentiated Instruction
Universal Design for Learning
Classroom Support Strategies.
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.
Workforce Development Grant (Grant)
State workforce grant for non-credit training in high-need fields.
Who qualifies: New York State residents 18 and older.
Employer Tuition Assistance (Employer Sponsored)
Many employers pay for job-related training. Ask your employer before you register.
Who qualifies: Employees of a participating employer; your employer decides.
* Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final costs.