Educational Assistant

The Educational Assistant program is available online for individuals that are Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada. 

Today’s schools need vibrant staff including well trained and knowledgeable educational assistants. In our program you will learn theory, skills and strategies to provide effective supports to students with diverse learning needs. The program includes two practicums, where you will gain real life experiences in applying theory to practice under the direct supervision of a classroom teacher. Our educational assistant program will prepare you to work with students from K-12 as a member of a team.

Courses are offered online providing you with flexibility. Full-time or part-time study is available. 

In our educational assistant program, you’ll learn to work with students:

• with different abilities
• one-on-one and in small groups
• in a variety of settings

You’ll learn:

• positive behaviour supports
• human development
• sensory development
• how to support students with exceptionalities

You’ll graduate with the skills you need to find a career in:

• before and after school care
• kindergartens
• recreation and community centres
• elementary, middle and high school classrooms
• respite care