Education Assistant Diploma

Learn a variety of discipline theories, child learning processes, teaching techniques, classroom management, and student supervision to prepare you for a career as an Educational Assistant.

The Educational Assistant program provides the student with a range of skills and knowledge required to assist elementary and secondary school teachers and counsellors. Employment opportunities for Educational Assistant program graduates reside in public and private elementary and secondary schools, special schools and treatment centres.

Start your classes March 30th and receive a $4,000 SCHOLARSHIP

Program Highlights

The Educational Assistant diploma program is designed to prepare students for working in the education field. Its objective is to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue employment as an Educational Assistant. During the duration of the program, participants will be acquainted with the various disciplines theories and best practices related to child development, children learning processes and teaching techniques, classroom management and student supervision. The program also covers the different roles the Educational Assistant plays in both the special education and early childhood.

The Educational Assistant program provides the student with a range of skills and knowledge required to assist elementary and secondary school teachers and counsellors. Employment opportunities for Educational Assistant program graduates reside in public and private elementary and secondary schools, special schools and treatment centres.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist students with assignments under the direct supervision of a classroom teacher
  • Monitor and report to classroom teacher on student progress
  • Assist in preparation learning materials, tests, and worksheets
  • Accompany and supervise students during activities in school gymnasiums, laboratories, libraries, resource centres and on field trips
  • Assist special needs students
  • Prepare classroom displays and bulletin boards
  • Operate or assist the teacher in operation audio-visual and office equipment
  • Carry out behaviour modification, personal development and other therapeutic programs under the supervision of professionals such as special education instructors, psychologists or speech- language pathologists
  • Work with special needs students using various techniques such as sign language, Bliss symbols or Braille
  • Monitor students during recess

Career Opportunities

Successful candidates can pursue careers throughout the private and public sectors; typical positions include:

  • Classroom Support
  • Special Needs Assistance
  • Behaviour Strategies

This program includes:

  • First Aid / CPR
  • Practicum (120 hours)