### Question
What is the definition of paraprofessional?


### Answer
The definition of **paraprofessional** is as follows in *22 U.S.C. § 7602*:

> an individual who is trained and employed as a health agent for the provision of basic assistance in the identification, prevention, or treatment of illness or disability

#### Citation:
  - *22 U.S.C. § 7602*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 83-UNITED STATES LEADERSHIP AGAINST HIV/AIDS, TUBERCULOSIS, AND MALARIA**

