Education Assistant Diploma


Next Start Dates: Monday, April 7 & Monday, May 5, 2025ย 
  • Online / In-person / Combination
  • 53 Weeks
    Morning / Evening / Weekend

Education Assistant
Diploma Summary


ABM Collegeโ€™s Education Assistant Diploma Online prepares students for children's cognitive, social, physical, emotional, and language development from early childhood through adolescence. Students will learn skills and strategies to respond to various risk behaviours and balance care responsibilities safely. It can be difficult to understand children's language, so graduates of this program will learn effective reading and writing strategies, parental involvement, and reading-writing connections.

With the Education Assistant Diploma course, students will grasp numeracy as well, an essential aspect applied to studentsโ€™ daily activities. Students will be able to practice their learning skills during their practicum. During their capstone career prep, students will work with a professional career counsellor to develop and optimize a professional resume to entice prospective employers.ย ย 

Education Assistant
Course Highlights


  • Study online with a schedule that seamlessly aligns with your home, work, and other commitments.
  • Students will be focussing on the characteristics of exceptional learners and their education. 
  • On completion, students will develop an understanding of the strengths and needs of individuals with severe disabilities.
  • This program helps you kickstart your career to get you working faster.
  • Equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to meet the industry demands and trends.

Careerย Opportunities


  • Education Assistant
  • Instructional Assistant
  • Program/Teacher's Aide
  • Special Education Assistant

Salaryย Range


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    ABM College helped me to pursue my dream job. At first, I was hesitant because I thought doing classes online is not so easy. But they have flexible hours to attend so working students can choose a time to work with your schedule. All instructors are very approachable and staff are very accommodating. A great school that I will not forget.

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