Niagara College Canada

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Educational Assistant - Special Needs Support

Niagara College Canada

Faculty:School of Community Services
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Assistant/Aide
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $4,296

Cost is for the first year of the program.

Description:

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs and ensuring everyone reaches their full potential?

As an Educational Assistant or a Developmental Support Worker, you are skilled and compassionate about supporting students and adults with special needs in a community or educational based setting.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, including English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent. Recommended courses include Challenge and Change in Society – Grade 12 (M), Individuals and Families in a Diverse Society – Grade 12 (M), Issues in Human Growth and Development – Grade 12 (M), Parenting and Human Development – Grade 12 (E), Living and Working with Children – Grade 11 (C), and Health Care – Grade 11 (C).
Additional Admission Requirements:
    Related volunteer or cooperative work experience is recommended.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on June 11, 2022