Ontario College Diploma in Educational Support
Educational Support from Conestoga College will prepare graduates to work effectively with learners of all ages with exceptionalities.
Duration
2 years
Starting Date
January, September
Tuition Fee
CAD 14,163 per year
Location
Kitchener – Doon
About the program
At Educational Support from Conestoga College students will develop a variety of educational interventions and techniques that will allow them to become contributing members of an educational team working with learners with exceptionalities. They will experience real-life opportunities that connect theory and practice through in-class projects and engaging and meaningful work-integrated learning (WIL) experiences.
Careers
Graduates find employment in the elementary, secondary, and, sometimes, the post-secondary education systems. Career opportunities are also available in educational programs run by government-approved facilities for care, treatment, custodial or correctional purposes, or in programs providing respite care and services for families of children and youth with special needs, home school support, English/French as a second language skills development, or life skills training.
Courses Included
- Role of the Educational Assistant
- Student Growth and Development
- Exceptionalities
- Safety in the Workplace
- Professional Communication
- Principles of Learning
- The Exceptional Learner