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Certificate in Educational Assistant

Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
PG Work Permit
CAD 16937
Tuition Fee (CAD)
CAD 155
Application Fee
8 months
Duration
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50%
Min GPA
Program Overview
The Educational Assistant program prepares students to work in educational and community settings. The program focuses on diversity and inclusion, training students to support children and youth with a variety of learning needs, and helping them to reach their potential.
By providing inclusive classroom learning and hands-on practicum experience, the program equips graduates with the knowledge, interpersonal, and practical skills to support students both one-on-one and in small group environments.
The program will train students to be an education assistant through inclusive classroom learning and hands-on practicum experience. Graduates will have the knowledge, interpersonal and practical skills to support students both one-on-one and in small group environments.
Practicum/Work Experience
- This program includes a 200-hour practicum and a 45-hour practicum seminar.
Additional Information
Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma
Application Processing Days 30
Program Intensity Full-Time
Work Permit PGWP
General Admission Requirement
- IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
- TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 84 - With no score less than - 21
- PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 59.0 Minimum Listening - 56.0 Minimum Reading - 56.0 Minimum Writing - 56.0 Minimum Speaking - 56.0
- DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 115.0
Academic Requirement
-
Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
English Language Arts:
• ELA 30-1 (Grade 12): 60%
• ELA 30-2 (Grade 12): 60%
• ESLG 1860: 60%
• ESLG 1898: 60%
All Programs
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
8m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
9m
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
71
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Sep 2022, Jan 2023
CAD 155
Application Fee
9m
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
71
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Sep 2022, Jan 2023
CAD 155
Application Fee
8m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
8m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Sep 2022, Jan 2023
CAD 155
Application Fee
8m
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
71
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
91
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Sep 2022, Sep 2022, Jan 2023
CAD 155
Application Fee
8m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
12m
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
71
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
8m
Duration
Test Score
7
IELTS
94
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Sep 2022, Jan 2023
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
7
IELTS
94
TOEFL
60
Min GPA
Intake May 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
7
IELTS
94
TOEFL
65
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Sep 2022, Jan 2023
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
12m
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
71
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
12m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
60
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
20m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
12m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Sep 2022, Jan 2023
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
4.5
IELTS
34
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
12m
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
71
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
71
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
71
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
71
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 155
Application Fee
24m
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
71
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
16937
Tuition Fee
(CAD)
CAD 155
Application Fee
(CAD)
11000 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(CAD)
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Student Visa
4 to 6 months
No Need
Course Duration + 3 Months
35 Days
Required
Cost and Expenses
Visa Fee
833 CAD, 917 CAD
Medical Fee and more
Examination and Skills
Required
Required
Work Permit
Students who wish to work in Canada require a work permit to do so. A student in Canada can work part-time during the course of his studies and full-time during holidays and semester breaks and post the completion of their course/program.
Till valid study visa
20 hours/week
Study Permit
Study Permit
Post Graduate Work Permit
The Post- Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows you to work for three years in Canada if you have completed a two years degree or more.
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List of Documents
First 3 months
90 Days
3 Years
CAD 255
Scholarships
New Questers International Entrance Scholarship: Great opportunity for new students which allows them to apply for it as soon as they are successfully enrolled in participating programs. Value of Each Scholarship: $1000- Introducing from January 2021 term.
Criteria for Scholarship/Bursary Selection:
- An international student starting at NorQuest College must have a valid study permit
- Participating programs in January 2021 term:
- NorQuest Bridging Program
- Administrative professional certificate
- Health Care Aide certificate
- Community Support worker certificate
- Student have enrolled full-time into courses before applying
- Statement of equivalent Alberta marks showing academic standing of 70%/B-/2.7 or higher for post-secondary programs only
- A personal letter from applicant describing educational and career goals
Bursaries & Awards
At NorQuest College, we offer students the opportunity to receive financial recognition for outstanding achievement, academic excellence, financial need, leadership, community service and contribution to campus life. Scholarships, bursaries and awards are available for students enrolled in a credit program.
- For further information visit https://www.norquest.ca/resources-services/student-services/funding-your-education/scholarships,-bursaries-awards.aspx
NorQuest College offers students who excel in their academics by recognizing them for their outstanding achievements. Besides, awards and bursaries are also awarded for financial needs, leadership qualities, community service and an individual contribution to the campus life. To know more about scholarship and awards click here
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