Educational Assistant

Program Overview

NorQuest College's Educational Assistant program prepares students to support children and youth with diverse learning needs through classroom learning and hands-on practicum experience. Graduates gain 200 hours of work experience and are equipped with the skills to work as educational assistants in various educational settings, a growing profession with above-average growth prospects.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The Educational Assistant program at NorQuest College equips students with the knowledge and skills to support children and youth with diverse learning needs.
• The program includes classroom learning and hands-on practicum experience, providing graduates with practical skills to support students in one-on-one and small group environments.
• Graduates will gain 200 hours of work experience from a practicum and 45 hours from a practicum seminar.

Teaching:

• The program combines inclusive classroom learning with hands-on practicum experience.

Careers:

• Graduates have diverse opportunities to work as an educational assistant with young children through to adults in the education field, which is considered an above average growth profession.