| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-05-01 | - |
Program Overview
This Education Assistant program provides comprehensive training in supporting students with disabilities. Through a combination of coursework and practical experience, students develop skills in communication, inclusive education, child development, assistive technology, and behavior management. The program prepares individuals for careers as Education Assistants, Behavior Intervention Assistants, and Special Needs Assistants.
Program Outline
Outline:
Course Outline
| Course # | Title of Course/Work Experience Component | # of Hours | |---|---|---| | EA100 | Interpersonal Communication and Teamwork | 25 | | EA101 | Introduction to Education Assistant | 25 | | EA102 | Fundamentals of Inclusive Education | 40 | | EA103(1) | Child Growth and Development 1 | 40 | | EA103(2) | Child Growth and Development 2 | 35 | | EA 104 | Assistive Technology in the Classroom | 50 | | EA 105 | Supporting Positive and Independent Behavior | 50 | | EA 106 | Austism Spectrum Disorders | 50 | | EA 107 | Applied Behavioral Analysis | 25 | | EA 112 | Teaching Language and Communication to Students with Disabilities | 40 | | EA109 | Understanding Exceptional Learners | 50 | | EA110 | Mental Health and Addiction Literacy – Children and Youth | 50 | | EA111 | Educating Children and Young People with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders | 25 | | EA 108 | Supporting Personal Care | 50 | | EA 113 | Observation Assignment | 30 | | EA 114 | Career Preparation | 20 |
Careers:
- Education Assistant
- Behavior Intervention Assistant
- Special Needs Assistant
