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Becoming a Highly Qualified Paraprofessional

Becoming Highly Qualified

Paraprofessionals play important roles in our schools.  Those paraprofessionals assigned to providing instructional assistance in a Canyons School District Title I school are required to have a high school diploma (or equivalent) AND one of the following:

An Associate Degree

  • 48 semester hours or 60 quarter hours of college credit
  • Passing score (460) on the Praxis ParaPro Exam

Praxis ParaPro Assessment

What is It?

The ParaPro Assessment consists of 90 multiple-choice questions that measure skills & knowledge in reading, writing and math and the ability to apply those skills & knowledge when assisting in classroom instruction.  The test is completed online by appointment only through the CSD Department of Federal & State Programs (see below).

Is the test timed?

Yes, test takers have two and a half hours to complete the test.

What if I do not pass?

A passing score for Utah is a 460.  If you score below that, you must wait 28 days before taking the test again.

Test Prep Resources: