Education Assistant

Support students and make a difference in the classroom.

Credential:

Certificate

Program length:

2 Terms

Area:

Community Studies

School:

School of Community Studies

About

The Education Assistant program at Bow Valley College equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to support children and teens with diverse needs in the classroom.

Competency-Based Learning
Designed with input from industry experts and hiring managers, this program focuses on the skills employers expect. Whether you have prior experience or are new to the field, you’ll learn through flexible methods—including in-person, online, and self-paced options. Experienced learners can progress faster by taking assessments when ready, while new learners follow the course progression. If you are an international student, you must attend in-person classes. This is required to follow student visa rules and to keep your full-time student status.

Practicum
At the end of the program, you’ll complete a seven-week practicum in a school setting. To qualify, you must finish all coursework and meet pre-placement requirements. Students with prior experience may be eligible for credit through Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR).

Admission requirements

  • Credit in English 30-1, or 65% in English 30-2, or equivalent, or
  • Successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test with a standard score of 520 in Language Arts: Reading and Writing, or
Pre-practicum requirement

The Education Assistant program includes a practicum placement in agencies where employers require a Police Information Check (PIC) with a Vulnerable Sector Search (VSS). Results of this check may restrict opportunities for placement in a practicum. The PIC must be obtained before the start of the practicum.

Transferability

Transfer opportunities are available to a variety of institutions. Transfer credits are reviewed and accepted on an individual basis by the institution to which you apply.

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English Language Proficiency Requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, please review English language proficiency requirements.

Academic upgrading

Enhance your previous education to meet the missing admissions requirements for one of the BVC programs.

Available intakes

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International
January 2026
September 2026
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March for May course start dates
July for September course start dates
November for January course start dates
To register in an Open Studies course, find the course in the list below and click on the course code. Select the offering of the course that you would like to take, add it to the cart, proceed to checkout, and pay with a credit card.
March for May course start dates
July for September course start dates
November for January course start dates
To register in an Open Studies course, find the course in the list below and click on the course code. Select the offering of the course that you would like to take, add it to the cart, proceed to checkout, and pay with a credit card.

Tuition and fees

Term
Tuition fees
Additional fees
Total fees*
Term 1
$2,700
$605
$3,305
Term 2
$2,466
$564
$3,030

Estimated total tuition:

total cost
Term
Tuition fees
Additional fees
Total fees*
Term 1
$6,780
$605
$7,385
Term 2
$6,300
$564
$6,864

Estimated total tuition:

total cost
*All tuition and fees are subject to change. Program tuitions are estimates only.  Your actual tuition and fees are calculated on actual course registrations and can be viewed under "Statement of Account" in MyBVC or by requesting a Statement of Account from Registrar Services.

Courses

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Course is eligible for PLAR

Complete the following courses:

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EDAS1150Introduction to the Role of Education Assistant3

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EDAS1151Trauma-informed Practice for Education Assistants3

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EDAS1152Communication Skills for Education Assistants3

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EDAS1450Indigenous Approaches to Education3

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EDAS1250Create a Safe Learning Environment3

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EDAS1551Support Students and Teachers Across Contexts3

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Complete the following courses:

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EDAS1350Provide Behavioural Support6

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EDAS1550Provide Academic Support6

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EDAS1950Education Assistant Practicum6

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