The Teaching Assistant Professional Certification Preparation microcredentials are designed for those who aspire to work with children. Passionate professors will use their decades of experience to teach you how to work with children of all backgrounds, including those with special needs. These micro-credentials align with the college coursework in order to be eligible to apply for the Professional TA certification through the NYS Department of Education.
Stackable to Degree Program
These micro-credentials align with requirements for the Directed Studies A.S. and the proposed revision of the Childhood Education A.S. should students choose to continue their education after obtaining micro-credentials.
Teaching Assistant Professional Certification Prep 1 Microcredential → Teaching Assistant Professional Certification Prep 2 (permanent NYS certification) → Childhood Education, AS → Teacher Education BA/BS (transfer college) → Literacy MS Ed (with Alfred University program).
This micro-credential is 9 credits.