The Indigenous Educational Assistant program prepares students for a rewarding career supporting student success in the classroom. In this program you will learn how to work with diverse students in an inclusive environment and understand how to help them to succeed in  school.

Deadline to apply: August 15, 2023

Start date: September 2023

Next Start Date

Start: Fall 2023.

 Deadline to apply: August 15, 2023

Credential

Certificate 

Admission Requirements

• Students with 60%+ in English 30-1 and 60% in Math 20-2 will be registered in the University Studies English; or
  
• Students with 55% in English 30-2 and Math 20-2 will be registered in English 150
• Applicants with Mature Student Status (age 21+) can write a placement exam or undergo a PLAR assessment for eligibility.
  
• Personal Statement outlining why you want to be a Education Assistant.
  
• *During the course of your studies you will be required to complete a Child Intervention & Criminal Record Check for the practicum component.

2023-24 Program Schedule

Semester 1 - Fall 2023 

• IEA 101: Roles and Responsibilities 
• IEA 103: Exceptional Learners/ Observation and Assessment I
• IEA 112: Numeracy and Math
• CREE 100: Introductory Cree
• ENGL 250: Writing Skills

Semester 2 - Winter 2024 

• IEA 110: Language and Literacy
• IEA 106: Exceptional Learners/ Observation and Assessment II
• IEA 124: Child and Adolescent Development
• IEA 115: Developing Traditional Resources
• IEA 114: Practicum -180 hours, (Mid-March and April), preparation Seminars -20 hours, (January and February). *St John’s Ambulance Training is an additional part of preparation.

Related Seminars

• ECD 115 First Aid/CPR (15 hours) - optional

Practicum Required?

Yes. Students will be required to complete a work paid practicum in a educational setting during the winter term. 

Possible Career Outcomes

Graduates qualify for a variety of school settings, from pre-school, K-12 levels within a school, Head Start, and to job opportunities that extend in specialized settings outside of schools. 

Tuition & Fees

Please refer to the Tuition & Fees section of this website. 

Transferability

Students are encouraged to speak with the registrar's office or the applicable Program Head for more details. 

Questions

Please contact Program Coordinator Normie Carlson at 587-525-6152 or normie.carlson@ytced.ca.

Courses offered in the Indigenous Educational Assistant Program: