A.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies/Educational Paraprofessional (teacher's aide)

People aspiring to get into the field of education in the role of a Teaching Assistant need to undergo a formal training in order to be completely equipped for the role. The Associate of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies/ Educational Paraprofessional course offered by Kaplan University is designed for such individuals.

This course couples the training for educational paraprofessional with the Interdisciplinary Studies course which enables to provide an in-depth training for all the students in all areas. This equips the students undertaking this course to be completely prepared for the role of a teaching assistant. The students undergoing this program are taught specialized skills that are needed in order to be a successful paraprofessional.

The students learn about the various instructional aides that can be used for training children in school. They are also taught about the most important skills that include communication, technical competencies and critical thinking. On successful completion of this course, the students can either apply for the role of a teaching assistant or pursue higher studies in this subject.