


This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to the field of education, focusing on the knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions essential for successful careers in teaching and related educational professions. This program offers a blend of theoretical foundations and practical experiences to prepare students for the dynamic and rewarding world of education.
Upon completion of the Education Professions program, students will be well-prepared to pursue further studies in education or enter the workforce in various educational roles, such as teaching assistants, paraprofessionals, or other positions within the education sector.
Students will have the opportunity to earn industry credentials during their program;
CPR/AED Certification • First Aid Certification • Paraprofessional Certification
Key Topics
- Structure of Education
- History and Philosophy of Education
- Professional Responsibilities
- Roles of Support Personnel
and Volunteers - Meeting the Needs of Diverse Populations
- Culturally Inclusive Practices
- Classroom Management and Student Engagement
- Technology in Education
- Lesson Development and Teaching
Schools that offer this program
Career Tree

ENTRY-LEVEL CAREERS
(with Program Completion)
- Activity Camp Assistant
- Assistant Preschool Teacher
- Athletic Ticket Manager
- Child Care Worker/Assistant
- Behavioral Technician
- Bookstore Clerk
- Bus Driver
- Classroom Aide
- Daycare Assistant
- Food Service Worker
- Attendance/Guidance Secretary
- Special Needs Assistant
Bookstore/Office Clerks:
- Median Wage $35,500
- Active Job Ads 25
TECHNICAL CAREERS
(Apprenticeship, Associate's Degree, Advanced Certification, Experience, etc.)
- Academic Advisor
- After School Program Director
- Administrative Assistant
- Classroom Paraprofessional
- Child Welfare Specialist
- Camp Director
- Coach
- Associate Preschool Teacher
- Daycare Business Owner
- Media Specialist Assistant
- Substitute Teacher
- Classroom Paraprofessional
Substitute Teachers, Short-Term:
- Median Wage $31,700
- Active Job Ads 19
PROFESSIONAL CAREERS
(Bachelor's, Master's, Ph.D., Specialized Training, Experience, etc.)
- School Counselor
- Elementary Teacher
- Secondary Teacher
- Child Care Licensing Specialist
- Early Intervention Specialist
- Speech and Language Therapist
- Occupational Therapist
- College Professor
- Curriculum Specialist
- Educational Consultant
- CTE Director
- Media Specialist
Secondary School Teachers:
- Median Wage $52,000
- Active Job Ads 3,360
Course Sequence
Level 1
EDP200
Education Professions 1
Prerequisite:
none
Level 2
EDP300
Education Professions 2
Prerequisite:
Education Professions 1
Level 3
MIC500
Mentorships Internships Careers
Prerequisite:
Education Professions 2 and Instructor approval,
11th &12th grade