Aug 25, 2025  
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Paraeducator Generalist Certificate


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The Paraeducator Generalist Certificate program is designed to address the six competencies needed for an individual to be successful in the PK-12 classroom.  This training addresses the vital skills needed to become a paraeducator certification granted by the Iowa Department of Education and the Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE).  

Award Type:


Certificate of Completion from Iowa Western Community College & Certification from Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BoEE)

Learning Outcomes:


  • Understand and implement Foundations of Education 
  • Understand and implement Learning Environments 
  • Understand and implement content and instruction- Philosophy of Teaching 
  • Understand and implement solutions for emotional and behavioral issues 
  • Understand and implement Professional Relationships 
  • Understand and implement Ethical and Professional Practices 

Educational Objective:


Professional - Satisfies training requirement for Iowa Paraeducator Certification

Tuition:


$295.00

Length of Course:


90 Contact Hours & online

Admission Requirements:


  • Individual has successfully completed all requirements of a board of educational examiners-approved paraeducator generalist program totaling 90 hours 
  • Individual has a high school diploma or equivalent 
  • Individual has successfully completed an Iowa division of criminal investigation background check.  Has successfully completed a national criminal history background check.  
  • Individual has completed the all of the application steps for this certification

Attendance Requirements:


Must attend all 8 Zoom session every Wednesday night from 6pm-8pm

Instructor Qualification:


Instructor is registered, certified, or licensed in the occupational area in which the state requires registration, certification or licensure for the occupational area in which the instructor is teaching.

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