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Rome City School District Qualifications For A Level One Teacher Assistant Certification: Level One Certification: n Candidate must obtain a high school diploma or equivalent. n Candidate must register and obtain a passing score on the Teacher Assistant State Exam (ATAS Exam) Candidate Must Complete the Following Courses: n Dignity Act Certification Course n Violence (SAVE) Workshop n Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect n Candidate must obtain fingerprint clearance through the New York State Department of Education Candidate must apply for the level one certification online at: http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/teach/ Testing Information Website: http://www.nystce.nesinc.com/ Workshop information: Candidates may complete the child abuse and SAVE courses on line at: http://www.childabuseworkshop.com/ Candidates may contact their local BOCES to inquire about upcoming DASA Workshop Dates. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A TEACHER ASSISTANT?
