The Greek prefix "para-" indicates beside or side by side (as in "parallel"); hence, a paraprofessional is one … See more

Paramedics in Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa who autonomously practice paramedicine. Paramedics historically practised under the medical direction of physicians … See more

The paraprofessional is able to perform tasks requiring significant knowledge in the field, and may even function independently of direct professional supervision. It is generally understood that … See more

Some paraprofessional occupations require extensive education, testing and certification, especially in the areas of law and health. Others paraprofessionals require only a certain level of education or acquire ed… See more

Paraprofessionals were historically needed in the 1980s to assist during a shortage of professionally trained social welfare personnel. This aided in the widespread employment of the profession. Paraprofess… See more

• Paraeducator – Teaching-related position within a school
• Paralegal – Paraprofessional who assists qualified lawyers in their legal work
• Paramedic – Healthcare professional who works in emergenc… See more