Teaching Assistant: Professional Certification Preparation Part 2 Microcredential

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This microcredentials aligns with requirements for the Education Studies A.S. degree should students choose to continue their education after obtaining the microcredential.

It is 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. The Teaching Assistant: Professional Certification Preparation – Part Two Microcredential prepares students with the college coursework to sit for the New York State Teacher Assistant Level III credentialing exam. 

Students must take both the The Teaching Assistant: Professional Certification Preparation Part 1 and Part 2 microcredentials, for a total of 18 credits, to apply for the Professional TA certification through NYS Department of Education. The curriculum is aligned with the content of the certification exam. Note: Successful completion of the Teaching Assistant: Professional Certification Preparation – Part One microcredential is a prerequisite for the Teaching Assistant: Professional Certification Preparation – Part Two microcredential.

Microcredential Outline

The Teaching Assistant: Professional Certification Preparation – Part Two Microcredential is 9 credits and comprised of the following courses:

EDUC 1560 - Special Education and the Inclusive Classroom (3 cr.)

Examines the nature of inclusive classrooms, with a focus on students with exceptionalities. Describes education programming and strategies for serving students with special needs. 15 hours of field observation required. Prerequisite: Eligible to enroll in ENGL 1010.

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EDUC 2040 - Teaching in Diverse Classroom (3 cr.)

Intended for prospective teachers of grades Pre-K through 12, focus is on the pedagogical needs of diverse student populations. Provides a background in special education, bilingualism, multiculturalism and diversity, and explores instructional strategies appropriate to the needs of all students. Field observation required. Prerequisite: EDUC 1010 or ECED 1110.

EDUC 1960 – Fieldwork and Seminar in Education (3 cr.)

Entry-level field course enables pre-service teachers to work with learners in today's classroom. By interacting individually with students, pre-service teachers will observe and analyze basic patterns of teaching and learning. Fieldwork (100 hours)/seminar. Prerequisite: EDUC 1010 and EDUC 2040 or EDUC 1560 with a grade of C or higher.

Program Elective (3 cr.)

Guided program electives to be determined in consultation with mandatory advising and tailored towards the population and setting the student anticipates working with/in: ECED 1110 Introduction  to Early Childhood, ECED 1120 Observing and Recording Behavior of Young Children, ECED 1140 Methods and Material of Early Childhood Education, ECED 1150 Partnering with Families, Schools, Communities, MATH 1130 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers,  EDUC 2050 Schools and Society,  EDUC 1560 or EDUC 2040- Special Education and the Inclusive Classroom or Teaching in Diverse Classroom, PSYC 2207 Child Psychology,  or PSYC 2208 Adolescent Psychology.

Our Faculty

Highlighted for this program: Laci Tuttle

Program Contact

Deborah Beall, ADI Professional Studies beall@corning-cc.edu

*Students taking this microcredential may be eligible for NYS Part Time Tuition Assistance for Non-Degree Credentials. Click here for additional information.