Course Catalog
Welcome to Heartland AEA Professional Learning!
Iowa’s AEAs offer DE-approved opportunities for professional learning for educators to enhance their skills and practices to improve student learning. These opportunities include:
- A variety of courses for credit
- Workshops that offer the latest evidence-based professional learning for educators
- Paraeducator and substitute authorization training programs
If you need assistance, call the Support Desk at (515) 473-7164, email support@aealearningonline.org or submit a contact us form through AEA Learning Online.
Become a Substitute Teacher
Successful completion of the Substitute Authorization course allows you to apply for an Iowa Substitute Authorization.
Learn more about:
Substitute Authorization Quick Search Catalog
Become a Paraeducator
Successful completion of the three Paraeducator Certification courses allows you to apply for an Iowa Paraeducator Certificate.
Learn more about:
Paraeducator Quick Search Catalog
Add an Area of Concentration to your Paraeducator Certificate
Already hold a Paraeducator Certificate? Renew your Certificate and add an endorsement to your Certificate with an Area of Concentration course.
Learn more about:
Paraeducator Quick Search Catalog
Transcripts
Transcripts are available when the course has ended and the instructor has closed the course.
AEA Professional Learning Registration System
Transcripts for Courses Before August 2024
Visit the AEA Transcript Generator for transcripts for courses before August 2024.
If you have any issues finding your transcripts, contact the Professional Learning Department.

