Registered Apprenticeship Program for Teachers
Students working part-time or full-time as a paraprofessional are eligible for the RAP-T at no cost if pursuing an elementary education degree with special education endorsement working under a classroom teacher mentor.
We are currently accepting applications.
Submit the RAP-T Scholarship Application online. Eligible candidate requirements include:
- Currently employed as a paraprofessional within your district.
- 60 credit hours or college coursework or an Associate of Arts Degree.
- A cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.
- A recommendation from a current school administrator or supervisor.
- Agree to the terms and conditions of the RAP-T.
- Recommend paraprofessionals as apprentice candidates.
- Sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) iwth VCSU's RAP-T.