How long is the Educational Assistant Diploma at Portage College?
46 Week Diploma (33 weeks of classroom instruction and 13 weeks of practicum)

What you need to get in to the Educational Assistant Diploma at Portage College?
The Educational Assistant Diploma Program (school age learning and assistance major) enables the student to enhance their skills in children's programming and to focus on the school-age educational programs. Instruction includes course work which provide the student with indepth knowledge and skills related to child development and the preparation and delivery of developmentally appropriate experiences for individual or small groups of children in the school environment from ECS to Grade 12. This program provides the students with skills needed to work competently and effectively with students who have varied special needs and abilities. The Educational Assistant Diploma Program (early learning and child care major) enhances the student's skills to work effectively with young children, families and agencies in various early childhood environments. The Diploma program also prepares the student to work in a supervisory position in preschool programs. Diploma holders working in preschool programs are eligible to obtain a Level 3 qualification from Children's Services. There are twenty four weeks of classroom instruction and twelve weeks of practicum experience at an assigned program site. Students may be required to travel to practicum sites located at a distance. Students are responsible for transportation, accommodations and other personal responsibilities during practicums. Successful completion of Year 1 or Program Coordinator approval.

For more information on the Educational Assistant Diploma at Portage College
(780) 623-5580

Does the :program offer a Coop?
No

Distance Education Available:
No

What type of learning environment should I expect in the Educational Assistant Diploma?
In Class Study