Education Assistant Diploma in Calgary
Delivery Method
Online, In-person or Hybrid
Program Duration
53 Weeks Total
Practicum Duration
4 Weeks
Program Schedule
Morning, Evening or Weekend
Next Start Dates
Education Assistant
Diploma Summary
ABM College’s Education Assistant Diploma in Calgary helps prepare students to be successful in various classroom settings. Students in the education assistant course will learn about adolescent development, curriculum development, assessment and behavioral management, as well as other instrumental skills needed to be a well-rounded and successful professional. Students who choose to begin their journey to become an education assistant will have the option to choose a range of important roles within both public and private education systems.
The Education Assistant course Calgary at ABM College is designed to equip students with necessary skills and knowledge to meet the industry demands and trends. This diploma program includes a four-week practicum where students gain practical experience in a real-life setting. Graduates look forward to a work environment that is often vibrant, challenging, and rewarding. This comprehensive diploma program, also known as a Teacher Assistant course, prepares you for success in diverse classroom settings across Calgary and Alberta
Education Assistant
Course Highlights
- Students learn about childhood and adolescent development psychology.
- Students learn all the teaching strategies for those with special needs
Learn how to conduct, record, and apply behavioural assessment strategies and techniques for general and special education
Students learn ways to help children read and write properly. They will learn effective reading and writing strategies, parental involvement, and reading-writing connections.
Learn how to properly help students learn literacy and numeracy
Career Opportunities
- Education Assistant
- Instructional Assistant
- Program/Teacher's Aide
- Special Education Assistant
Classroom Support Worker
- Program Support Worker
Salary Range
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Student Recommendations of ABM College
"Not only does ABM College offer varieties of courses that gets you hired, they live up to the name and beyond— from the onboarding process, to being with you every step of the way through accessing educational aid, to the seamless educator-student relationships, and to their student support team checking in quarterly to see what you ..."
"Not only does ABM College offer varieties of courses that gets you hired, they live up to the name and beyond— from the onboarding process, to being with you every step of the way through accessing educational aid, to the seamless educator-student relationships, and to their student support team checking in quarterly to see what you need. The whole ABM College team do the most to set their students up for success. It is only fair that I give a stellar rating! I have few months left to complete my Educational Assistant program and have been blessed with the best educator, Ms Sumaira Iqbal. She is knowledgeable and very experienced. She is simply the best! Highly recommend"
Falilat SalawuGraduate of Education Assistant Program"I had a great and awesome experience with ABM College. Thank you for the opportunity. It was a tough moment for me when i started as an EDA student, but it was a great moment too with my kind, knowledgeable, understanding and considerate instructors. They always give as advise and suggestions..."
"I had a great and awesome experience with ABM College. Thank you for the opportunity. It was a tough moment for me when I started as an EDA student, but it was a great moment too with my kind, knowledgeable, understanding and considerate instructors. They always give as advise and suggestions that we can use in the field of education. All Staff via email, calls, and in person they are awesome too."
Margie TatadGraduate of Education Assistant Program"ABM College gave me the opportunity to enhance my knowledge and skills as an educational assistant. It opened a new door for me to achieve my goal. All our professors have been a big help and part of our journey as educational assistant students, especially Mrs. Sumaira and Sir John, as they shared their knowledge, expertise, and..."
"ABM College gave me the opportunity to enhance my knowledge and skills as an educational assistant. It opened a new door for me to achieve my goal. All our professors have been a big help and part of our journey as educational assistant students, especially Mrs. Sumaira and Sir John, as they shared their knowledge, expertise, and experiences, which gave us motivation and encouragement to pursue this career. Thank you to ABM College and family."
Corazon LlanetaGraduate of Education Assistant Program
