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The Education Assistant Diploma prepares you for career opportunities in the education system working alongside teachers supporting students with disabilities as Education Assistants, combining a range of courses that provide theoretical foundation and practical experiences. You'll study the areas of learning, development, communication, curriculum, behaviour, personal care, and teamwork. 

Education Assistant Co-ordinated Diploma

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1. High school graduation or equivalent
2. English Studies (70%) 12 or equivalent

Students applying to the full-time program option should refer to Category 1 of Langara's English Language Proficiency Requirements
Students applying to the part-time program option should refer to Category 2 of Langara's English Language Proficiency Requirements

Academic Admission Requirement

1. Recent volunteer or work experience in the field with children and/or adolescents. Preference will be given to applicants who have 100 hours of recent volunteer experience with children with diverse abilities in school or related settings.
2. Two letters of reference
3. Criminal record check
4. Interview with a program faculty member

Additional Academic Admission Requirement

1. To meet prerequisite requirements of the first-year English courses for this program, a placement test or completion of one or more additional English courses may be required.
2. Check the prerequisites in the course descriptions required for your program. For the purposes of course registration and program completion, you will need to meet the prerequisites of individual Arts and/or Science courses in the program. 

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Applications may be submitted starting 11 months before the intended program start date. Early application is recommended.		
		
The deadline to submit a complete application in order to be admitted for the fall, spring, or summer semesters is the first day of classes for that program-entry semester. A complete application includes a completed application form, application fee payment, and any supporting documents required. No applications will be accepted after the deadline date. 		

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Education Assistant Co-ordinated Diploma

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