Para Pro Testing
Paraprofessional Testing
The ParaPro Assessment measures the reading, writing and basic math competencies of practicing and prospective paraprofessionals. In accordance with the No Child Left Behind Act, the ParaPro Assessment can be used to certify teacher’s aides and assistants in the instruction of these subjects to school children.
The ParaPro Assessment is a general aptitude test given on the computer that offers certification for paraprofessionals. It also offers an objective assessment of a prospective teacher’s requisite foundation of knowledge and skills and the ability to effectively use those skills in the classroom.
If you need assistance in preparing for the parapro exam, you can enroll in Tri-District Adult Education as a Basic Skills Upgrade student. You will attend class for 40 instructional hours and focus on reading and math skills that are tested on the exam.
Tri-District Adult Education offers parapro exam testing on the following days. Please call 803-810-8440 to schedule a test. Available exam dates are below. Testing begins at 9:00am unless otherwise noted. 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.
Thursday July 10, 2025
Tuesday July 22, 2025
Friday August 8, 2025
Friday September 12, 2025
Friday October 3, 2025
Friday November 14, 2025
Friday December 12, 2025
Friday January 19, 2026
Friday February 13, 2026
Friday March 13, 2026
Friday April 17, 2026
Friday May 8, 2026
Tuesday June 9, 2025 (12:00 PM)
Tuesday June 23, 2025 (12:00 PM)
*Test-takers can also schedule to take the parapro assessment online.