Paraeducators
Achieve Highly Qualified Status
Granite State College helps paraeducators achieve Highly Qualified status from the New Hampshire Department of Education (NHDOE) through Option C Alternative Assessment.
Paraeducators are required to demonstrate knowledge in the ability to assist in instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics, as well as meet the standards in professionalism and classroom management.
We can help.
By completing the five courses listed below, you are eligible to receive a Highly Qualified letter from the School of Education at Granite State College. Upon receipt of this letter, you can then complete the application procedure for Paraeducator II Certification through the NHDOE Bureau of Credentialing.
| Standards for Paraeducator II Certification | ||
| Knowledge of Reading | CRIT 500 Critical Thinking | |
| Knowledge of Writing | ENG 500 The Writing Process (Prerequisite: CRIT 500) | |
| Knowledge of Mathematics | MATH 502 Contemporary College Mathematics (Prerequisite grade of B in Math 405 or a passing score on Arithmetic or Elementary Algebra Placements Assessments) | |
| Professionalism and Classroom Management | EDU 510 Foundations of Education | |
| Skills in Reading/Writing and Skills in Mathematics |
EDU 512 Instructional Methods and Strategies (Prerequisite: Child Development or Human Development and EDU 510) | |
Note:
- An Associate Degree also meets the Paraeducator II criteria.
- Other classes may be acceptable, but may not be as credit-efficient.
For more information, call the School of Education at 603.822.5431.
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