Support Student Success in Inclusive Classrooms

Prepare for a rewarding career in education with NorQuest College’s Educational Assistant Certificate Program. This program trains you to work in educational and community settings, focusing on diversity, inclusion, and supporting students with a wide range of learning needs.

You'll gain the skills to help children and youth reach their full potential in both one-on-one and small group environments.

Program Overview: What You’ll Learn

Through a combination of inclusive classroom instruction and hands-on practicum experience, you will develop the knowledge, interpersonal skills, and practical abilities needed to thrive as an educational assistant.

In this program, you will learn to:

• Support students with diverse learning needs

• Promote inclusion and equity in the classroom

• Build strong relationships with students, teachers, and support teams

• Create positive, supportive learning environments

• Apply strategies for individualized and group instruction

Hands-On Training: Graduate Career-Ready

At NorQuest College, real-world experience is a key part of your education.

You’ll graduate with:

• 200 hours of work experience through a practicum placement

• 45 hours of practicum seminar learning, where you'll reflect on your experiences and deepen your professional skills

This practical training will prepare you to confidently enter the workforce and support students in a variety of educational settings.