Pursuant to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act, the ParaPathways Assessment can be used to qualify instructional paraprofessionals and paraeducators who have a high school credential, but don't meet the other educational requirements.

ParaPathways consists of two subtests, Reading /Writing and Mathematics, and is designed to “assesses whether the paraeducator possesses the essential skills necessary to help students develop foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics” (ETS, ParaPathways Study Companion)

The ParaPathways Assessment is replacing the previous ParaPro Assessment on September 1, 2026.

Tri-District Adult Education offers ParaPathways testing at both the Clover and Fort Mill Sites. The cost of the exam is $100 cash (no checks or credit cards accepted.) and must be paid when you arrive to take the exam.

*The $100 test fee is waived for completers of the ParaPathways Preparation program offered through Tri-District Adult Education.

The ParaPathways Course is designed for aspiring paraeducators who are currently employed, substituting, or are in the process of being hired by the Clover, York, or Fort Mill School Districts. 

ParaPathways Course Description

12-hour asynchronous online course

Cost - $25 Cash due at Registration

Includes:

IXL Lessons in Reading, Writing, and Math

Reading/Writing Study Guide

Fundamentals of Reading Review Video Link

Full-Length Practice Test (Given after 10 hours of online work)

*Cost of Para Pathways Exam at TDAE Testing Center – 1st attempt (if complete 12 hours)

Additional Attempts – Student pays $60 for full retake or $40 for failed part (Reading/Writing or Math)

Steps for Enrolling:

Call to Schedule Registration Appointment

Clover/York: 803-810-8441

Fort Mill: 803-396-1117

Registration consists of taking the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) to determine your Reading, Writing, and Math Levels.

Registration takes approximately 1 to 2 hours.

After registration you will be given your study packet with step by step instructions for completion.