Find out more about Associate of Arts in Special Education (Paraeducator Training)

Program Details

You can work as a special education paraeducator with the Associate of Arts in Special Education from NCC. This online gifted and special education associate’s degree also offers a solid foundation on which to continue your education for a bachelor’s degree.

With an emphasis on equity, inclusion, and diversity, you will explore evidence-based practices and theory. You gain a deep understanding of family and disability perspectives and how collaboration benefits students with special needs.

Through the online gifted and special education curriculum, you first study general education subjects. Advanced studies come later and cover such topics as:

• Instructional strategies in inclusive environments
• Assessment in special education
• Child psychology
• Behavior support

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