Build a rewarding career that makes a real difference in the classroom. The Educational Assistant program prepares you to work in a support role alongside teachers to foster learning, confidence, and growth. Every day, you’ll help students with diverse needs build confidence and reach their potential.
Through inclusive classroom learning and hands-on practicum experiences, you will graduate ready to support students of all ages with diverse learning needs.
Gain a strong understanding of child and youth development, classroom management, and strategies to adapt instruction for different students. Explore behavior support techniques and discover how to collaborate effectively with teachers and families. Build the skills to create inclusive classrooms where every student feels they belong.
As you develop your practical skills, you'll become a confident and capable assistant, ready to make a difference working one-on-one with students or in small groups.
NorQuest College believes in the importance of on-the-job experience that provides an enriched learning opportunity.
You’ll graduate from this program with 200 hours of work experience from a field experience and 45 hours from a practicum seminar.
To support your learning experience, this program is offered in the following format:
In person
Classes are held in a classroom with face-to-face instruction and regularly scheduled meeting times.
Graduates of this program have diverse opportunities to work as an educational assistant with young children through to adults. The education field is considered to be an above average growth profession.
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As an educational assistant, you'll work alongside teachers to support students. Your role includes:
You'll assist with:
This hands-on role requires patience, flexibility, strong communication skills, and a genuine commitment to helping every student succeed.
This program qualifies for a study permit, and a post-graduate work permit in Canada. Learn more about obtaining your study permit, and how to apply for a post-graduate work permit along with other important immigration information.
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