Special Education Assistant
SEA 100 - History, Philosophy and Issues in Special Education
1.50 credits
(5,0,0)
06 wks
The student will gain an understanding of the historical and philosophical issues in the field of special education.
Prerequisites: SEA 102
SEA 101 - Working in Schools
1.50 credits
(5,0,0)
06 wks
The student will gain an understanding of the school system and the EA role within that setting.
SEA 102 - Interpersonal Skills for Education Assistants
1.50 credits
(30,0,0)
01 wks
The emphasis of this course is practicing the application of basic communication principles, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
SEA 103 - Challenging Behaviours & Mental Health Concerns
3.00 credits
(4,0,0)
15 wks
Students will gain knowledge of various behaviour profiles and develop an understanding of how to support children with behavioural difficulties in a school setting. 15 hours of NVCI certification is also included.
SEA 105 - Exploring Diverse Learners in Schools
3.00 credits
(4,0,0)
15 wks
The student will explore philosophical and current issues emphasized in inclusive education through definition, etiology, prevalence and implications for learning in the various areas of exceptionality. A practical skills introduction is included.
SEA 106 - Supporting Students with Technology and AAC Systems
3.00 credits
(4,0,0)
15 wks
EA students will become familiar with a wide range of low and high technology adaptations for students with disabilities. Common computer hardware and software that are used in school will be explored. Students will learn how the school system and related agencies assess the needs of students who present with a wide range of abilities and provide appropriate adaptations. Also covered will be the relationship between teachers, related professionals, and the education assistants in term of educational planning and implementation of plans regarding technology. Ten hours of basic signing is also included.
Notes:
- Familiarity with basic computer skills/word processing on both MAC and PC
SEA 107 - Strategies to Support Students Requiring Accommodations
3.00 credits
(4,0,0)
15 wks
The student will gain knowledge of and experience with a range of accommodation strategies suitable for inclusion of students K-grade 12.
Prerequisites: SEA 103
SEA 108 - Strategies to Support Students on Individualized Programs
1.50 credits
(3,0,0)
10 wks
The student will gain knowledge of and experience with a range of instructional strategies suitable for inclusion of students on individualized programs in K-grade 12.
SEA 109 - Practicum/Capstone Project for the Education Assistant
6.00 credits
(2,0,8)
15 wks
The student will gain the practical experience necessary to work effectively as an EA in the classroom supporting students K-grade 12 who present with a wide range of abilities. For those students already employed in an EA role, a capstone project will be completed.
Prerequisites: SEA 100, 101, 102, 103, 105, 106, 107, 108 and 110
Notes:
- Students must have current TB test, criminal records check and First Aid/CPR Level C certificate and approval by the EA Department
SEA 110 - Supporting Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
3.00 credits
(4,0,0)
15 wks
Students will gain knowledge of best practices in autism and develop an understanding of how to support students with ASD in a wide range of school environments.