Educational Support - 747
Overview
Program Highlights
- Graduates are in high demand in all area school boards and many are hired upon graduation.
- Work in integrated or special classrooms to maximize student learning.
What you'll learn
- Understand the role of an educational assistant on a school team.
- Develop skills to work with and support students with exceptionalities across a variety of settings.
- Assist students with academics, behaviour, life skills and personal care in a school or alternative setting.
- Utilize technology and implement strategies to maximize student learning and success.
Program Length
2 academic years
Fast Track - allows students to complete a two-year Diploma program (non co-op) in 16 months. Students will start in January and be in school for four continuous semesters: Winter, Spring/Summer, Fall and Winter. Students will not be off during the summer.
Important Academic Dates
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Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2018 - 2019 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Ancillary Fees | $717.02 | $653.92 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
| Mandatory Program Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $1,504.49 | $1,504.49 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester | $2,221.51 | $2,158.41 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $4,379.92 | |
- Awards: Scholarships and Bursaries
OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).- Full Cost Breakdown
2018 - 2019 International Tuition and Fees
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $7,342.97 | $7,342.97 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
| Program Compulsory Fee Plus Tax | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $450.00 | $375.00 |
| Total International Charges Per Semester | $7,792.97 | $7,717.97 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $15,510.94 | |
- International Scholarships and Bursaries
- OSAP not eligible for International Students
- Full Cost Breakdown
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Additional Information
- Financial Assistance
- Second Career Letters
- View the Additional Information Tab for any additional costs
Admission
Admission
- OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
- Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent (70% guideline)
- Attendance at program orientation is strongly recommended
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Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) - you will require a mobile device that meets the specifications determined by the program (See Additional Information for more details)
Applicants should note that some employment opportunities require that certain physical standards must be met as a condition of employment
Option are available for mature applicants.
Don't have the necessary requirements?
Language Requirements for International Students:
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of GAS-EAP (478) Program Level 8 with 90%
- TOEFL minimum score of 560 (83 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you’ll gain skills
- Research current practices in special education.
- Transfer theory to practice in field placement experiences.
- Three 20-day placements in elementary, secondary and special class environments in various school boards.
Field Placements
- Field placements may occur at locations that are not accessible by public transit. As such, students shall be expected to either have access to a car or the ability to supply their own transportation when attending field placement activity. Mohawk shall not be responsible for providing students with transportation to field placements within or outside the Hamilton region
- Registered students who have been convicted of an offence under the criminal code for which they have not been pardoned may be denied the opportunity to enter field placement
Become an Agency
If you would like to become an Agency that takes students on placement from Mohawk College's Community Studies programs, please visit the Community Services Field Placements page.
Opportunities
Opportunities
Opportunities
Where you can go next
- Mohawk offers a diverse range of programs to further your studies**:
- Earn a degree:
- Davenport University - Bachelor of Business Administration
- View our pathways map PDF. This Pathways map shows how the identified program can lead to future program choices.
- Visit Pathways and Credit Transfer for degree completion opportunities outside of Ontario.
- See ontransfer.ca for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.
Your future career options
- Educational Assistant
- Learning Facilitator
Where you could work includes:
- School Boards
- Private Schools
- Community Facilities offering Special Education
- College and Postsecondary Programs
Opportunities for grads
- Work within a unionized environment
- Each union is unique with the Board of Education that it represents
- Opportunities for a graduate to register with their local union when they become an Educational Assistant.
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
Click on the course title for a course description.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
Additional Information
Additional Information
Minimum iPad Requirements
iPads are required to be used in this program.
Mohawk College makes every effort to keep all our educational costs to a minimum, these costs are subject to change. Additional costs may apply.
For iPad questions, please email karen.falls1@mohawkcollege.ca
Faculty
Contact Us
Contact us
Student Recruitment
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Domestic Canadian Students
Email: discover@mohawkcollege.ca
International Students
Contact International
Phone: 1-905-575-2254
Toll free phone numbers:
For general questions: 1-888-Mohawk9 (1-888-664-2959)
North China: 10-800-714-2521
South China: 10-800-140-2541
Brazil: 0800-022-7408
Philippines: 180011102544
Admissions
Contact our Admissions advisors for help with your application.
Domestic Canadian Students
Contact Admissions
Phone: 1-844-767-6871
International Students*
Contact International Admissions
Phone: 1-905-575-2254
*Not all programs are international eligible. Please see our programs available for international students.
Accessible Learning Services
Are you a student with a confirmed or suspected disability? Visit our Accessible Learning Services website to discover how we can help you.
Program Coordinator
Karen Falls
Student Success Advisors
Student Success Advisors
Student Success Advisors assist current students to transition to college life, co-creating an academic success plan, advice on course selection, changing programs, or referrals to specialized support services. If you need help applying to Mohawk, contact Admissions (for International Students, please contact International Admissions).
