Education Assistant

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  • Overview
  • Admission
  • Financial
  • Industrial Acceptance

Overview

Bay River College’s 33 weeks Education Assistant diploma program covers the diverse topics required to successfully work under the direction of educators such as classroom or resource teachers. Students learn vital skills and knowledge, including educational ethics, conflict management and special program development for students with physical, learning or emotional needs. The Education Assistant program provides students with essential classroom skills such as team building, leadership and conflict resolution, and pupil observation and assessment. Students in this program will learn about child development, curriculum support and adaptation, pupil behavioral management as well as the necessary knowledge to help teachers in preparing materials, displays and other supportive activities. Students will also be taught how to assist teachers in implementing Individual Education Programs for students using strategic learning techniques and strategies.

Education Assistant diploma program students complete their education with 200 hours of practicum experience

The students who will successfully graduate from our college can apply as a educational assistant in setups like child care centers, early intervention programs, public and private schools and summer Camps related organizations.

  • Course Duration33 Week Total (760 Total Hrs , 560 Theory Hrs)
  • Practicum Duration200 hours field practicum
  • Study OptionsOnline
  • Workplacement 100%
  • Credential Bay River College Diploma
  • Industry Demand High
  • Expected Salary $43,400 - $55,850
  • Professional Level Career Upgrade
  • Program Type Post Secondary Program

Learning Outcome

Successful students will gain these skills:

  • Behaviour management
  • Child early development
  • Non-instructional tasks
  • Student integration
  • Learning & retention techniques
  • Special needs techniques (sign language, braille & remedial programs)
  • Student progress assessment
  • Small classroom devices operation
  • And more!

 

Career Opportunities

  • Public or privet elementary schools
  • Secondary schools
  • Childcare centres
  • Special needs schools
  • Treatment centres

Why taking our Education Assistant Program?

As a career in this field is a very rewarding one, once you see the results of child development, it is very satisfying to work in. Additionally, Alberta is growing the job market for this profession since more daycares and schools are to be open in the upcoming years. Moreover, a career in this field is estimated to be a safe one for the next years, as found on Canada's Job Site.

 

Who can apply?

This course is for people who are interested in reading, document use, oral and written communication, basic numeracy, problem-solving thinking, multi-tasking and using digital devices.

 

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Admission

Standard Admission:

  • Optimum age requirement is 18 years or older.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, or
  • High School Diploma equivalent will be from other provinces in Canada, or
  • Successful completion of the Bay River College Admission Test (Wonderlic Test) minimum score required (310) on verbal skills exam, or
  • A Canadian Language Bench mark 5 or equivalent (TOFEL, IELTS)
  • Successful entrance interview with Bayriver College Administration
  • High school diploma and transcripts will be verified.

Mature Admission:

  • Minimum age requirement of 18 years or older.
  • Have been out of school for two years.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, or
  • High School Diploma equivalent will be from other provinces in Canada, or
  • Successful completion of the Bay River College Admission Test (Wonderlic Test), or
  • A Canadian Language Bench mark 5 or equivalent (TOFEL, IELTS)
  • Successful entrance interview with Bay River College Administration
  • High school diploma and transcripts will be verified.
  • Individuals 18 + / International students
  • Must have High school diploma, or equivalent (transcripts are to be verified)
  • Wonderlic (Placement testing) minimum score of 310 on verbal skills

What Our Students Say?

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Johnson P.

I studies at Bay River College. I like it.

Debby J.

Very cooperative instructor. Very friendly class. I like Bay river College

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Financial

Canadian Students

  • Alberta Student Loan processing
  • Alberta Job Grant processing
  • Scholarships (Based on programs)
  • For additional financial support resources, please contact us directly.

International Students Scholarships (Based on programs)

  • Flexible fees
  • Boarding and accommodation guidance
  • Financial guidance
  • Contact our placement staff for specific details according to your country

What Our Students Say?

Professinal College. Professional studies. I like it.

Johnson P.

I studies at Bay River College. I like it.

Debby J.

Very cooperative instructor. Very friendly class. I like Bay river College

Simran Jaka

Industrial Acceptance

Our graduates can apply to get jobs as educational assistants in childcare facilities, early intervention/development programs, public and private schools, and summer camps. An interesting fact that according to Indeed records, workers in other professions seek out jobs in education and teaching (due to stability and good working conditions), but the vast majority of employers in Canada hire only those who have completed a college teaching program with at least 10 months.

Expected salary: $ 43,900 - $ 55,700 (Average salary: $22.86/ hr | Canada

Practicum support: Our placement team will help you with resume building and cover letter, as well as practicum and job placement.

What Our Students Say?

Professinal College. Professional studies. I like it.

Johnson P.

I studies at Bay River College. I like it.

Debby J.

Very cooperative instructor. Very friendly class. I like Bay river College

Simran Jaka