How to become an education assistant in BC
Education Assistant (School Support Worker) · British Columbia
Help teachers support students in class, often kids who need extra help. You need a college certificate of about eight months.
THE ROUTE
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Program Prerequisites & Youth Experience
Confirm English 12 grade and complete 50 to 100 hours supporting youth
Education Assistant Certificate (Douglas / Camosun)
Complete full-time college coursework and academic training
Classroom Practicum Placements (K-12 Schools)
Complete two 4-week supervised school district classroom practicums
Criminal Record Check & Emergency First Aid
Obtain criminal record clearance under CRRP and valid CPR certificate
Practicing Education Assistant (School Support Staff)
Work as a full-time or casual Education Assistant across BC school districts
Program Prerequisites & Youth Experience
Confirm English 12 grade and complete 50 to 100 hours supporting youth
Education Assistant Certificate (Douglas / Camosun)
Complete full-time college coursework and academic training
Classroom Practicum Placements (K-12 Schools)
Complete two 4-week supervised school district classroom practicums
Criminal Record Check & Emergency First Aid
Obtain criminal record clearance under CRRP and valid CPR certificate
Practicing Education Assistant (School Support Staff)
Work as a full-time or casual Education Assistant across BC school districts
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Work takes place in elementary, middle, and secondary public school classrooms, sensory rooms, and resource pods, as well as school playgrounds, gymnasiums, field trips, and school bus loading zones.
Be mindful of managing escalated student behaviors, requiring nonviolent crisis intervention (nvci) de-escalation training and follow all required safety procedures.
Specialize in complex behavioral intervention, deaf and hard-of-hearing support, or braille instruction.
Transition into municipal youth centers, group homes, or community social services.
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