Education Assistant program
This program has been approved by PTIB.
Program Overview
There is increasing demand for Education Assistants (EAs) in the province of BC, and they are employed by every school district throughout the province. SELC Career College prepares students to work as EAs in a school setting where they will be supporting the development of individual students, participating in school-based team meetings, and helping design and implement Individualized Education Plans. The program includes both theoretical studies, observation and practical applications. More specifically, EAs assist school teachers and other staff as they work with students who may require additional support for academic, behavioral, and social emotional needs. For example, students who are facing various learning challenges: cognitive barriers, physical/mobility issues, severe/complex mental health conditions, and autism-related disorders.
Career Occupation
NOC code: 4413 - Elementary and secondary school teacher assistants
- educational assistant
- educational resources assistant
- elementary school teacher's aide
- homework assistant
- remedial education aide
- school lunchroom supervisor
- secondary school teacher's assistant
- special education assistant
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students require ONE of the following:
All applicants and registrants, regardless of citizenship status or country of origin, must demonstrate an adequate level of proficiency in English.
There are two ways to meet the English requirement:
1. Complete both of the following:
A) English 10, 11 or 12 or equivalent with a minimum of ‘C’ Grade for proficiency in reading and writing
B) Two years of full-time education in English in an English-speaking country For proficiency in speaking and listening
OR
2. Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening by completing one of the following courses or assessments to meet acceptable levels:
- IELTS: 6
- Duolingo: 95
- TOEIC: 700
- TOEFL (Paper): 537
- TOEFL (IBT): 75
- Cambridge : FCE
- CELPIP : 7
- Cael: 50
- Has successfully reached the Upper Intermediate Level at SELC English Language Centre
- SELC Career College on-site administered English Language Test score of 75-79%
Students require ALL of the following:
Proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residency for domestic students
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and completion of high school studies and/or commencement of postsecondary studies OR have achieved MATURE STUDENT STATUS: 19 years of age
Criminal Record check required for Work Experience
About This Program
Program Duration
- 50 weeks - total of 1000 hours
- Classroom Instruction 860 hours
- Practicum Hours 140 hours
QUICK LINKS
Courses
BLOCK A
EA 100: Foundations of Child & Adolescent Development (100 Hours)
EA 101: Interpersonal Communication for Education Assistants (100 Hours)
EA 102: Professional Practice of Educational Assistants (100 Hours)
EA 103: Practicum I (60 Hours (3 weeks; 20 hr/week))
BLOCK B
EA 200: BCโs New Curriculum for Diverse Learners (40 Hours)
EA 201: Supporting Indigenous Learners in the Classroom (40 Hours)
EA 202: Foundations of Inclusive Education in BC (80 Hours)
EA 203: Positive Behavior Support Strategies for EAโs (80 Hours)
EA 204: Autism & Related Disorders (ABA & POPARD) (80 Hours)
EA 205: Assistive & Adaptive Technology for Education Assistants (80 Hours)
EA 206: Supporting Students with Mental Health Challenges (80 Hours)
EA 207: Selected Topics in Special Education (80 Hours)
EA 208: Practicum II ( 80 Hours (4 weeks; 20 hr/week))
Additional Courses & Certifications
Emergency First Aid & CPR C (equivalent to OFA Level 1) (8.5 Hours)
WHMIS Online Certification (2 Hours)
Food Safe Level 1 (8 Hours)
Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification (8 Hours)
ASIST Suicide Prevention Training Certification (1.5 Hours)