Paraprofessional
Paraprofessional
Paraprofessional (pronunciation: /ˌparəprəˈfeSHənl/) is a term used to describe individuals who are trained to assist professionals but do not themselves have professional licensure.
Etymology
The term "paraprofessional" is derived from the Greek prefix "para-", meaning "beside" or "alongside", and the word "professional", indicating that these individuals work alongside professionals in their respective fields.
Definition
A paraprofessional is a trained worker who is not licensed as a professional but assists a professional in their work. They are often found in fields such as education, healthcare, and social services. Paraprofessionals may perform tasks that do not require the expertise of the professional, but their work is critical to the overall function and efficiency of the system in which they work.
Related Terms
- Professional: A person who has a specialized knowledge or skill set and is licensed or certified by a regulatory body.
- Healthcare Paraprofessional: A paraprofessional who works in the healthcare field, often assisting nurses or doctors.
- Educational Paraprofessional: A paraprofessional who works in the education field, often assisting teachers in the classroom.
- Social Services Paraprofessional: A paraprofessional who works in the social services field, often assisting social workers or counselors.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Paraprofessional
- Wikipedia's article - Paraprofessional
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