Education Assistant Diploma in Calgary
Delivery Method
Online, In-person or Hybrid
Program Duration
53 Weeks Total
Practicum Duration
4 Weeks
Program Schedule
Morning, Evening or Weekend
Next Start Dates
Education Assistant
Diploma Summary
ABM College’s Education Assistant Diploma in Calgary helps prepare students to be successful in various classroom settings. Students in the education assistant course will learn about adolescent development, curriculum development, assessment and behavioral management, as well as other instrumental skills needed to be a well-rounded and successful professional. Students who choose to begin their journey to become an education assistant will have the option to choose a range of important roles within both public and private education systems.
The Education Assistant course Calgary at ABM College is designed to equip students with necessary skills and knowledge to meet the industry demands and trends. This diploma program includes a four-week practicum where students gain practical experience in a real-life setting. Graduates look forward to a work environment that is often vibrant, challenging, and rewarding. This comprehensive diploma program, also known as a Teacher Assistant course, prepares you for success in diverse classroom settings across Calgary and Alberta
Education Assistant
Course Highlights
- Students learn about childhood and adolescent development psychology.
- Students learn all the teaching strategies for those with special needs
Learn how to conduct, record, and apply behavioural assessment strategies and techniques for general and special education
Students learn ways to help children read and write properly. They will learn effective reading and writing strategies, parental involvement, and reading-writing connections.
Learn how to properly help students learn literacy and numeracy
Career Opportunities
Demand for trained community support and addiction-service professionals remains strong in Alberta. Recent labour-market data show a moderate employment outlook for social and community service workers in the Calgary region and across the province. Job Bank reports 10 active listings near Calgary for NOC 42201 (social & community service workers). Job Bank+1
In addition, Alberta’s regional profile shows balanced prospects for similar roles such as social workers. Alberta Labour & Immigration (ALIS) lists employment of approximately. 10,400 social workers in the province, with projections through 2026. Alis Alberta. These trends underscore the value of a diploma in addictions and community service work — allowing you to step into meaningful roles across Calgary, Edmonton and other Alberta centres.
| Role | Work Setting | Key Duties |
|---|---|---|
| Education Assistant (EA) | K–12 public and Catholic school boards (e.g., Calgary Board of Education, Edmonton Public Schools, TDSB) | Support students with academic, behavioural, and developmental needs; implement teacher-directed learning plans; assist with classroom management |
| Learning Assistant | K–12 schools, learning support centres, tutoring and literacy programs, alternative education settings | Provide targeted academic support in reading, writing, and numeracy; assist students with learning differences; reinforce concepts under teacher direction |
| Special Education Assistant (SEA) | Inclusive classrooms, learning support centres, specialized schools for students with diverse needs | Provide one-on-one and small-group support; implement Individual Program Plans (IPPs); use assistive technology and adaptive strategies |
| Instructional Assistant | Elementary and secondary schools, alternative learning programs, Indigenous education programs | Reinforce reading, writing, and numeracy skills under teacher direction; track student progress; prepare learning materials |
| Preschool Teacher | Licensed preschool programs, nursery schools, childcare centres with preschool programming, Head Start programs | Plan and deliver age-appropriate learning activities; support cognitive, social, and language development; communicate with families; maintain developmental records |
| Early Childhood Education Assistant | Licensed daycare centres, preschools, early intervention programs, kindergarten settings | Support children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and language development; assist with program delivery alongside lead ECEs |
| Behaviour Intervention Assistant | Schools with specialized behaviour support programs, autism support classrooms, therapeutic day programs | Implement behaviour support and de-escalation strategies; document behaviour data; coordinate with school team and families |
| Indigenous Education Support Worker | First Nations schools, band-operated education programs, urban Indigenous education centres | Support Indigenous student engagement and cultural connections; assist with academic programming; liaise between school and community |
Salary Range
In Alberta, roles in community and social service work — such as the graduates of our “Addictions and Community Service Worker Diploma Calgary” program step into — offer competitive compensation that reflects the meaningful nature of this field. The provincial average wage for social and community service workers is about $25.52 per hour (≈ $42,534 per year).
In Calgary, recent data shows support workers averaging roughly $21 per hour (~$42,800/year). These figures underscore the earning potential as you build your career supporting individuals, families and communities across Alberta.
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ABM College Education Assistant Diploma Calgary Testimonials
"Not only does ABM College offer varieties of courses that gets you hired, they live up to the name and beyond— from the onboarding process, to being with you every step of the way through accessing educational aid, to the seamless educator-student relationships, and to their student support team checking in quarterly to see what you ..."
"Not only does ABM College offer varieties of courses that gets you hired, they live up to the name and beyond— from the onboarding process, to being with you every step of the way through accessing educational aid, to the seamless educator-student relationships, and to their student support team checking in quarterly to see what you need. The whole ABM College team do the most to set their students up for success. It is only fair that I give a stellar rating! I have few months left to complete my Educational Assistant program and have been blessed with the best educator, Ms Sumaira Iqbal. She is knowledgeable and very experienced. She is simply the best! Highly recommend"
Falilat SalawuGraduate of Education Assistant Program"I had a great and awesome experience with ABM College. Thank you for the opportunity. It was a tough moment for me when i started as an EDA student, but it was a great moment too with my kind, knowledgeable, understanding and considerate instructors. They always give as advise and suggestions..."
"I had a great and awesome experience with ABM College. Thank you for the opportunity. It was a tough moment for me when I started as an EDA student, but it was a great moment too with my kind, knowledgeable, understanding and considerate instructors. They always give as advise and suggestions that we can use in the field of education. All Staff via email, calls, and in person they are awesome too."
Margie TatadGraduate of Education Assistant Program"ABM College gave me the opportunity to enhance my knowledge and skills as an educational assistant. It opened a new door for me to achieve my goal. All our professors have been a big help and part of our journey as educational assistant students, especially Mrs. Sumaira and Sir John, as they shared their knowledge, expertise, and..."
"ABM College gave me the opportunity to enhance my knowledge and skills as an educational assistant. It opened a new door for me to achieve my goal. All our professors have been a big help and part of our journey as educational assistant students, especially Mrs. Sumaira and Sir John, as they shared their knowledge, expertise, and experiences, which gave us motivation and encouragement to pursue this career. Thank you to ABM College and family."
Corazon LlanetaGraduate of Education Assistant Program
