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The CEC’s Paraeducator Academy

Grounded in High Leverage Practices & CEC Core Competencies
Become a CEC Certified Paraeducator!
Level 1 Certification Earned:
CEC Certified Paraeducator

 

Program Requirements:

✔ Complete 4 self-paced, on-demand courses
✔ Participate in a review and individual performance assessment with a CEC Master Trainer (virtual or face-to-face)

 

Level 1 Courses:
  • Course 1: It Takes a Team
  • Course 2: Lanes, Lines, and Limits
  • Course 3: Academic Playbook
  • Course 4: Behavior Playbook

 

Plus: 

Chalk Talk with Coach P in each course!

✔ Build confidence in your role


✔ Strengthen collaboration with teachers


✔ Support student learning more effectively


✔ Gain a nationally recognized credential through CEC

 

Certifications coming soon!

  • CEC Certified Advanced Paraeducator
  • CEC Certified Master Paraeducator

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Last Updated:  23 March, 2026

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