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Diploma of Teaching Assistant
Fulton-Montgomery Community College
- Johnstown, United States
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Associate degree for current and prospective teacher aides and assistants.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain the principal concepts and methods of Teaching Assistant. Apply knowledge involving three concentrations: generalist. Interpret relevant information
- Work on discipline-specific assignments
- And communicate findings effectively.
Career outcomes
- Teaching assistant
- Teacher aide in schools
Curriculum
- Foundation in liberal arts and sciences plus courses relevant to teaching assistant duties for pre-kindergarten through high school. Three concentrations: Generalist
- Developmental Disabilities
- And Learning Strategies and Technologies. A community field assignment is required
- The first 18 credit hours meet requirements for NYS Level II or III Teaching Assistant certificates.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completed secondary school or equivalent
- FMCC states no minimum GPA
- The General Education Certificate is for students without a secondary diploma or GED
- Secondary school completion
- FMCC states no minimum GPA is required.
Accepted academic background
Completed secondary school or equivalent, General Education Certificate (28 credits) is for students without a secondary diploma or GED.
Language tests
- IELTS Not published
- TOEFL iBT Not published
- Duolingo Not published
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
- Proof of Financial Support (For Visa If Applicable).
How to apply
- Review the current entry requirements and availability for Certificate in Teaching Assistant at Fulton-Montgomery Community College (SUNY FMCC). Complete the institution application form for the desired program and submit relevant academic transcripts and identification documents. Provide accepted language-proficiency evidence if it is part of the admission criteria. Pay the application fee according to the current institutional payment instructions. If admitted
- Follow the enrollment instructions and arrange a student visa or study permit if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $8,090 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus, Johnstown |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Education |
| Department | Department of Teaching Assistant |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 28 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship options may depend on nationality, Merit and current funding. Check the published award criteria. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
10 Mar 2026
ClosedProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
5 Mar 2027
111 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 5 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $8,090 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $18,000 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Not published, TOEFL iBT Not published, Duolingo Not published.

