Educational Support (Intensive) Diploma (997)
Description
This online learning program has been designed to meet the needs of those who wish to pursue a career as an Educational Support/Assistant or are already working in the field and need to upgrade their qualifications.
The provincially-approved curriculum has been designed to develop the aptitudes, knowledge, and skills EAs need to work with, and support children and youth with special needs during their educational experience. Through a carefully designed program of studies that combines theory and hands-on practice in school-based field placements, candidates prepare to work with teachers, and other professionals in meeting a wide range of exceptional student needs.
The program is equivalent to the Educational Support Diploma (747).
You must be accepted into the program prior to registering for courses. Intakes are available every Fall, Winter, and Spring.
Application Process:
- Applications must be submitted through the OCAS - Ontario College Application Service.
- Applicants are asked to select only one option (full-time or part-time) when applying. This can always be changed once accepted into the program.
- Allied University degree or college diploma in Health Sciences or Human Services (70% guideline)
- At least one post-secondary course in developmental or abnormal psychology.
- International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) (
- University of Toronto Comparative Education Service (CES) (
- World Education Services (WES)
- To request further assistance with the application process or to request an update on your OCAS application, please contact our Admissions Team at coach@mohawkcollege.ca. Applicants are encouraged to check their email and OCAS accounts regularly for updates on their application.
Courses
Semester 1 - Complete all 5 courses:
EDUC10094 Technology and Adaptive Devices in Education
EDUCEDE14 Foundations of Education
EDUCEDE17 Personal And Interpersonal Dynamics
MATH10065 Math in an Educational Setting
SAFE10004 Safety In An Educational Setting
Semester 2 - Complete all 5 courses:
EDUC10098 Physical Multiple and Communication Exceptionalities
EDUC10085 Placement 1
EDUC10109 Total Communication
EDUC10116 Inclusion and Diversity
EDUCEDE22 Behaviour and Mental Health Exceptionalities
Semester 3 - Complete all 4 courses:
EDUC10001 Autism Spectrum Disorder- Assisting Student Development
EDUC10037 Transition Planning
EDUC10086 Placement 2
EDUC10097 Learning Strategies and Classroom Skills
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/ end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Related Courses
- Transition Planning
- Placement 2
- Technology and Adaptive Devices in Education
- Learning Strategies and Classroom Skills
- Inclusion and Diversity
- Foundations of Education
- Personal And Interpersonal Dynamics
- Behaviour and Mental Health Exceptionalities
- Communication Exceptionalities
- Math in an Educational Setting
- Safety In An Educational Setting
- Autism Spectrum Disorder- Assisting Student Development
- Placement 1
- Physical Multiple and Communication Exceptionalities
- Total Communication
Overview

- Institution: Mohawk College
- Program type: Diploma
- Language: English
- Program Code: 997
- Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.