State of Hawai`i Department of Education: Educational Assistants

Foundation Courses (Credit)

Educational Assistant (EA) Foundation Courses

What are Foundation Courses?

Similar in content to the Department of Education's (DOE) Intermediate and Advanced noncredit training courses. Upon successful completion, the EA Foundation courses earn participants 9 college credits.

For a look at the course offerings, take a look at the EA Foundation Courses.

Who can take these courses?

Priority will be given to educational assistants working in an instructional setting.

Can I earn a degree with these courses?

Yes! These courses can lead to certificates and degrees. The UHCC and the DOE have collaborated to establish a career path for those interested in obtaining a teaching degree. The College Credit Path explains this further.

Could this apply towards the career ladder requirements?

Yes!

When are the next set of courses going to be offered?

Please check the following link: Foundation Courses Schedule and Registration Info 

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