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2 years (4 semesters)
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
(Oakville)
This program will equip you with competencies to support students with disabilities and/or Individual Education Plans while maintaining a safe and professional environment that promotes students' well-being.
In Semesters 2, 3 and 4, you'll complete field placements in a school where you'll support students with special needs in the classroom. Sheridan arranges the field placement experience for you. During your placement, you'll encounter students with a range of exceptionalities including physical disabilities, intellectual disabilities, behaviour disorders, visual and hearing impairments, autism and learning disabilities.
You'll learn from professors with specialized graduate degrees and who are highly experienced in the field of special education. Your classroom activities will include:
In addition to full-time studies, the option of part-time evening classes accommodates the needs of adults who work during the day.
The Educational Support program uses laptop computers for in-class work and home assignments. All course materials are web-supported, with materials available to you 24/7 through your laptop and the Internet. Your learning opportunities will be greatly enhanced by having increased access to the Internet, learning resources and your classmates.
The Educational Support program offers course-based registration, which allows you to create your own timetable (based on course availability) by selecting the days/times that work best for you. You can choose to take a full-time course load or study part-time during the day or evening.
Please note that the courses offered in the part-time option are identical to those in the full-time option, and the graduation requirements are the same. However, it will take you longer to complete the diploma on a part-time basis and there may be financial implications to consider. If you are unsure of the financial or academic consequences of attending part-time, you should contact the Program Academic Advisor, the Office of the Registrar or the Student Advisement Centre for more information.
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Ontario College Diploma
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Creative, innovative learning is at the core of all Sheridan’s courses. Here are the courses you’ll take in this program.
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
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EDUC 14998 | Technology in Education | 3 |
EDUC 15586 | Physical Exceptionalities and Personal Care | 3 |
COMM 19999 | Essential Communication Skills | 3 |
FLPL 14310 | Orientation to Field | 1 |
EDUC 16859 | Autism Spectrum Disorders | 3 |
COMM 24049 | Working with Teams | 3 |
Total: | 16 |
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
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EDUC 15436 | Intellectual, Sensory and Learning Disabilities | 4 |
EDUC 27370 | Assessment in Education | 3 |
EDUC 10261 | Positive Behaviour Strategies | 3 |
FLPL 20199 | Field Seminar 1 and Placement 1 | 3 |
General Education Elective | 3 | |
Total: | 16 |
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
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EDUC 28263 | Assistive Technology | 3 |
EDUC 18081 | Teaching and Learning Strategies | 3 |
PSYC 16048 | Strategies for Challenging Behaviour | 3 |
FLPL 20261 | Field Seminar 2 and Placement 2 | 4 |
PSYC 15065G | Psychology Core Concepts | 3 |
Total: | 16 |
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
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EDUC 19599 | Disability Issues | 3 |
EDUC 20123 | Foundations of Education | 3 |
EDUC 26048 | Communication: Disorders | 3 |
FLPL 26367 | Field Seminar 3 and Placement 3 | 4 |
General Education Elective | 3 | |
Total: | 16 |
Courses subject to change.
Current students should refer to their Academic Requirements in myStudentCentre to track their academic progress and outstanding course requirements.
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:
or
Note: The Educational Assistant student must have the energy and stamina to respond to the physical demands associated with the role of the assistant.
Eligible applicants are selected on the basis of previous academic achievement (their six highest senior-level credits, including required courses.)
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program may be advised individually regarding other related programs.
Students will be required to provide additional documentation (such as criminal record checks and immunization records) directly to their field placement before the start of the placement and at their own expense. View Field Placement details for more information.
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Ontario College Diploma
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
When you complete your Educational Support diploma program, you'll be ready to seek employment in a public or private school as an Educational Assistant* supporting students with diverse learning needs, or in a social-or health-based program with a special education component.
*Please note some school boards use the term Teaching Assistant or Educational Resource Worker.
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Ontario College Diploma
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Ontario College Diploma
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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2 years (4 semesters)
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1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Sheridan recognizes and appreciates that advanced learning doesn’t always require standard classroom instruction, and that opportunities to advance skills and learn new technologies are everywhere.
If you have significant knowledge and experience in programming, web development, database and/or networking, you may choose to complete Advanced Entry Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (AEPLAR) Challenge Exams for academic credit towards your Sheridan Computer Systems Technology advanced diploma.
AEPLAR Challenge Exams are administered by and through the Sheridan College Assessment Centre or through an approved Test Centre. There are fees to write each exam (an Assessment Centre fee and a Challenge Exam fee).
Your completed Challenge Exam(s) will be evaluated to determine whether you’re eligible for credit in one or more courses within the identified program streams.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) and Advanced Standing credits are subject to Sheridan’s policies and procedures. Learn more about Sheridan’s Credit Transfer policies and procedures.
No. Challenge Exams are designed for applicants with knowledge and experience gained outside of formal education. If you have previous postsecondary education, we encourage you to apply for Advanced Standing instead — you may be eligible to apply your previously earned credits towards your new program at Sheridan.
Challenge Exams for applicants to the Computer Systems Technology – Software Development and Network Engineering program are designed to test skills in specific knowledge streams within this program:
You can also choose to complete Challenge Exams for specific individual courses within the Computer Systems Technology program.
Complete a free self-assessment test to help you determine whether Challenge Exams are a good option for you.
You must meet the program admission requirements to be eligible for admission and PLAR.
Complete a free self-assessment test for each knowledge stream you wish to challenge. This will help you determine whether your current skills will enable you to succeed in the Challenge Exam(s).
Apply to the Computer Systems Technology – Software Development and Network Engineering program.
To be eligible to complete Challenge Exams for this program, you must select "Advanced Entry" as the level of the program on your application.
Once Sheridan receives your application, we’ll send you an email with instructions on how to register and pay for your Challenge Exam(s). Follow those instructions.
Once you’ve completed your Challenge Exam(s), subject matter experts in Sheridan’s Faculty of Applied Science and Technology will evaluate them within 10 business days. The Faculty will forward your results to the Office of the Registrar, and any approved credit transfers will be posted in your Credit Transfer centre. Exam feedback will not be provided.
If you receive an offer of admission to Sheridan, please follow the instructions to confirm your offer and pay your fees by the due dates indicated in order to reserve your spot in the program.
We wish you success in this process and look forward to seeing you at Sheridan!
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
The fees shown here are for the 2023–2024 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic terms of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent terms are not reflected on this website.
Your education is a big investment, and we're here to help! Keep an eye on our Financial Aid & Awards page for regular updates, and check out these important links:
All new international students beginning their full-time postsecondary studies (ESL and programs with tuition reduction excluded) in Spring 2023, Fall 2023 or Winter 2024 semesters in Year 1 (Semester 1) will receive an entrance scholarship ranging from $500 to $2,000.
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Ontario College Diploma
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Sheridan's Honours Bachelor of Interior Design curriculum and its delivery are designed to address current social issues pertinent to the design industry. This enables students to broaden their understanding of their place within the world.
Fundamental to the vision of the program is the balance of creative and conceptual thinking with the technical and business aspects of the profession. Courses follow a logical sequence with the degree of difficulty building vertically from first year to fourth year.
The various streams provide a range of design problems building in size and scope, from simple to complex in various design sectors. The curriculum builds on fundamental introductions that ensures a strong foundation for students to apply additional more complex learning and skills developed later in the program.
Studio projects are designed to mimic professional practice and require applied theory, creativity and strong technical knowledge. Curriculum is also connected horizontally across each semester to help support the learning in courses happening simultaneously. This demonstrates the inter-connected knowledge and skills required to practice in the industry.
The program provides many opportunities that expose students to practicing professionals and professional practice. Industry leaders and representatives from professional associations like ARIDO and IDC are invited into the classroom as jurors and guest speakers throughout the four years. The internship also provides professional design work experience for students before they enter their final year of study.
The curriculum is student-centric and designed to equip students with the skills that are required for entry-level design positions and advanced study. Manual skills such as drafting, drawing and model making are developed alongside digital skills using current software. Students are also well-versed in the applicable building codes and regulations required to practice in Ontario. Students are exposed to valuable research skills and encouraged to continue their learning past graduation.
Sheridan's Honours Bachelor of Interior Design program aspires to:
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Ontario College Diploma
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
If you've graduated from a health-science degree other than athletic therapy or kinesiology, your application will be assessed on an individual basis.
If you're a graduate of Sheridan's Athletic Therapy or Kinesiology degree program, you may be eligible to start in the second year of this program after completing three bridging courses.
This bridging program will be available in Spring/Summer 2024.
After successfully completing the assigned bridging courses, you'll be admitted into Year 2 (Semester 3) of our Osteopathy degree. In order to earn your Osteopathy degree, you'll need to complete all courses in the remaining three years of the program, with the following exceptions.
*Athletic Therapy graduates are also exempt from the following course:
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Ontario College Diploma
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Ontario College Diploma
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Our mission is to utilize harmonious, comprehensive and specialized training to empower our learners with the knowledge, skills and attitude required to demonstrate the Professional Competencies for Canadian Pharmacy Technicians at Entry to Practice.
Our vision is to graduate highly-skilled life-long learners who uphold professional integrity and promote quality and safety in practice.
Upon graduation, students in Sheridan’s Pharmacy Technician diploma program will have demonstrated the ability to pursue the career of pharmacy technician and to practice safely in a community or hospital while adhering to the scope of practice for pharmacy technicians.
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Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
The Educational Support program includes three field placements (one in each of Semesters 2, 3, and 4). Your placements will be in a school, where you’ll support students with special needs in the classroom. Sheridan will arrange your placements for you.
Sheridan field placement agencies require a police record check for criminal offences, including a vulnerable sector check. Field placement agencies may also request a current record of immunization. This may include COVID-19 vaccines.
You'll be required to submit these records directly to your field placement site before you begin your placement, and at your own expense.
Students who cannot meet these requirements may have limited field placement opportunities and may be unable to progress or graduate from the program.
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2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Each year, Sheridan’s Honours Bachelor of Creative Writing & Publishing (CW&P) program hosts a Writer-in-Residence. The 8-month residency is awarded to a writer who embodies the distinctiveness and dynamism of the & in our program name.
In addition to working on at least one specific writing project of their own during their tenure, the Writer-in-Residence is responsible for creative leadership, mentoring and public outreach in the area of creative writing and/or publishing.
Students in our CW&P program benefit from the work and mentorship of our Writer-in-Residence, who:
Award-winning fiction writer, playwright and poet Kate Cayley is joining Sheridan as the 2023–24 CW&P Writer-in-Residence.
Cayley has published two short story collections and three collections of poetry, and her plays have been performed in Canada, the U.S. and the UK. She has won the Trillium Book Award, an O. Henry Prize and the Mitchell Prize for Poetry, and been a finalist for the Governor General’s Award for Fiction, the Firecracker Award for Fiction, the ReLit Award for both fiction and poetry, and the K.M. Hunter Award for Fiction.
Her writing has appeared in such literary publications as Brick, Electric Literature, Joyland, Best Canadian Poetry and Best Canadian Stories, and she has been a writer-in-residence at McMaster University and the Toronto Public Library.
"Kate’s diverse work plumbs meaning, strangeness and beauty from the spaces we inhabit, even in our domestic lives, while tackling some of the big philosophical questions we all face," says Dr. Genevieve Amaral, Associate Dean, School of Humanities and Creativity. "Our Sheridan community welcomes her capacious intellect, limpid style and wonderful mentorship with full hearts, open ears, and pens, paper and keyboards at the ready!"
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Trafalgar Road Campus
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Are you a business lead who's looking to level up your company's culture of creativity and entrepreneurship?
Sheridan offers FREE, one-hour masterclasses on topics such as:
These masterclasses will catalyze your climate of innovation and give your team an exclusive look into Sheridan’s one-of-a-kind graduate certificate in Applied Creativity and Innovation.*
Register your team for a FREE online one-hour masterclass!
Our new graduate certificate in Applied Creativity and Innovation is a great professional development (PD) opportunity for many company teams. The program teaches complex problem-solving, creativity, innovation and negotiation skills — competencies that make companies more resilient and adaptable as they face the unique challenges presented by the future of work.
This new graduate certificate is currently accepting applications for Fall 2023.
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Ontario College Diploma
2 years (4 semesters)
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Sheridan is a Ministry-approved Apprenticeship Exemption Test centre, authorized through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development (MLITSD), for both apprentices and non-apprentices.
The AET provides a chance for students who are learning a skilled trade to bypass in-class studies.
You need to score 70% or higher to pass the AET. If you score lower than 70%, you'll need to wait three months before you can try again. If you have questions about this, please contact the MLITSD.
After successfully completing an AET, you have two years to become a registered apprentice. You're responsible for reporting your test results to the MLITSD.
To register for an Apprenticeship Exemption Test, please email skilledtrades@sheridancollege.ca. We'll help you confirm that your discipline offers an AET, and let you know about our upcoming test dates.
Apprenticeship Exemption Tests are administered monthly at the Davis Campus (Brampton) through the Magna School for the Skilled Trades. Tests begin at 6:30 p.m., and most take three hours to complete.
You must book your test at least 24 hours in advance. If you require special accommodation, please book your test at least 7 days in advance.
When you book your test, you’ll receive an automated confirmation email.
We'll also send you a reminder email one week before your test date, once registration closes. This email will include information about parking and what room you'll be writing your test in at Davis Campus.
Fees are $160.15 ($150 + $10.15 Eventbrite fee) and are paid online through our Eventbrite website (credit/debit cards and PayPal are accepted). We'll provide payment instructions when you contact us to register for your AET.
All refund requests are subject to an administrative fee.
To find out more about Apprenticeship Exemption Tests at Sheridan, please email skilledtrades@sheridancollege.ca
Magna School for the Skilled Trades Program Office
Davis Campus, Room A203
7899 McLaughlin Road
Brampton, Ontario, L6Y 5H9
For more information on employment, training and certification, visit Skilled Trades Ontario and Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development (MLITSD).
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Full-time 2 years Program code: PCESD
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Sep 2024 | Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville) | Available |
Part-time Program code: PCESD
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May 2024 | Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville) | Available |
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May 2025 | Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville) | Available |
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