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  • Microcredential
  • 9 college credits
  • Help with cost possible
  • Prepares for a certification exam

Teaching Assistant II

Onondaga Community College · Syracuse · Education

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Key facts

When
Nov 2, 2026 to Feb 12, 2027Tue and Thu, 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Where and how
In personMakerspace, Syracuse
Time commitment
1 semester9 college credits
Cost
$600, estimatedHelp with cost possible
Who can join
Ages 18 and upNo prerequisites listed
What you get
Digital badgeAlso prepares you for a certification exam

About this course

Elevate your impact in the classroom with this Teaching Assistant II microcredential! Designed for those currently working in the classroom and holding New York State Level I certification, this microcredential focuses on essential communication including writing and research, working with diverse populations, and the foundations of psychology and human development. You will build essential skills that enhance your ability to communicate with and understand the students you are teaching, their parents and your colleagues. You will cultivate your cultural awareness and develop inclusive teaching practices. Successful completion prepares you to apply for your NYS Teaching Assistant Level II certification, prepares you for additional study, and to begin planning for Teaching Assistant III (see linked microcredential below).

What you'll learn

  • Editing
  • Writing
  • Research
  • Essential Communication
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Psychology
  • Self-Awareness
  • Human Development

Taught by Allegra Strickett, Marietta Kelwick and Karoly Bambra.

What you get

  • Teaching Assistant II Microcredential

    Digital badge from Onondaga Community College when you finish

    You may be able to share it online. Ask the campus how.

  • Prepares for an industry certification exam

    The exam may be separate and run by another organization.

    Ask the campus which exam, its cost and whether it is included.

  • 9 college credits

    Listed by Onondaga Community College

    Ask how they count toward a degree.

Getting there

Makerspace, Onondaga Community College, Syracuse, NY 13215

Plan your trip

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Who can join

  • Ages 18 and up
  • No prerequisites or starting level are listed. Ask the campus if you're unsure.

Help with the cost

  • Financial Aid

    Marked by the campus as possibly available

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Credit toward a degree

This course may count for credit at these campuses. The receiving campus decides when you apply.

Credit pathways
CampusProgramCounts asCredits
SUNY PlattsburghEducation Studies, AssociateEDU 201 Foundations of Education3

Agreement dated Aug 12, 2024. This site doesn't award credit; check with the receiving campus.

Jobs this relates to

  • Teaching Assistant
  • Substitute Teacher
  • Paraprofessional

Schools across New York are hiring teaching assistants and paraprofessionals.

From Onondaga Community College. Finishing a course doesn't guarantee a job.

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Jenna Alexander, Associate Dean of Students

j.r.alexander2@sunyocc.edu · 315-498-2296

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