Education
Assistants are important members of the educational team, supporting students
with special and diverse learning needs from kindergarten through Grade 12 in
BC schools. Under the direction of professional staff, education assistants
provide personal care, behavioural and learning support. Education assistants
also facilitate inclusion, communication, and social interaction. The work of
education assistants is increasingly complex and requires flexibility and the
ability to think on one's feet. Above all, it is extremely rewarding. There is
a high demand for education assistants, and EDAS graduates are employed by all
of the school districts in the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley and beyond.
Education assistants work in both elementary and secondary schools in a variety
of settings, including regular classrooms, resource rooms, work experience
sites, and life-skills training. Education assistants often start on-call in
the school districts and then apply to both full and part-time positions. For
those looking to continue their careers, graduates from the EDAS program are
able to use their credits towards BA programs within KPU.
Career
Path
Upon
graduation, Education Assistants find employment in elementary and secondary
schools in British Columbia. as Education Assistants supporting students with
diverse learning, behavioural, and personal care needs. The role of an
Education Assistant is an important one in supporting the inclusion of children
with disabilities in their schools.
We
have limited number of admission for this course, we advise students to apply
early.
1. WASSCE/A level Certificate
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter
Kwantlen Polytechnic University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit
1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
