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Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
(Oakville)
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Overview
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Courses
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Admission Requirements
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Careers
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Co-op
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Degree Completion
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Learning Outcomes
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Internship
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Fees & Financial Aid
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FAQs
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Labs & Technology
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Virtual Workshop
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Financial Planning Certification
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Professional Sales Certificate
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Program Transition
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Earn your Masters degree
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Transfer Opportunities
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Clinical Placements
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Articulation Agreements
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Mission
For the Fall 2021 semester, this program will be delivered through a hybrid model that combines remote and in-person learning. View details on delivery modes for all programs.
Help students with special needs achieve academic and social success.
Program Overview
Fast-track your career
This program was designed specifically for those who have completed university or college programs. It is also open to those already working in the school system as Educational Assistants who wish to further their understanding of exceptionalities in Ontario classrooms and obtain an Ontario College Diploma.
Things you'll do and learn
- Support students with special needs using modified curricula and materials created to accommodate their diverse strengths and developmental needs.
- Respond to and assist with personal care needs of students in educational settings from kindergarten through high school.
- Work as part of the educational team with specialists and family members.
Field placements
In Semesters 1 and 2, you'll be placed 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 experience, you'll encounter students with a range of exceptionalities including physical disabilities, intellectual disabilities, behavioural disorders, visual or hearing impairments and autism.
In this program, you'll also:
- Use assistive technology and other educational resources to implement individualized educational goals.
- Report information related to the learning environment.
- Maintain a safe and professional environment that promotes the well being of the student with special needs.
- Support inclusion of the student to aid his or her social development and sense of belonging.
You’ll learn from professors with specialized graduate degrees and who are highly experienced in the field of special education. Your Educational Support classroom activities will include:
- Group seminars and cooperative learning.
- Reflective practice linked to field placement experiences.
- Lectures combined with activity-based learning that incorporates the laptop.
Mobile classroom
The Educational Support Fast Track Intensive 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.
Flexible learning
The Educational Support Fast Track Intensive 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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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Helpful links
International Student?
This program is part of our new two-year graduate certificate bundles! You may be able to qualify for a three-year post-grad work permit.
Courses
Creative, innovative learning is at the core of all Sheridan’s courses. Here are the courses you’ll take in this program.
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Semester 1
CODE TITLE CREDITS EDUC 25738 Educational and Assistive Technology 4 EDUC 18081 Teaching and Learning Strategies 3 FLPL 20102 Intensive Orientation, Seminar and Placement 5 COMM 24049 Working with Teams 3 PSYC 28823 Challenging Behaviours and Discipline 4 EDUC 15586 Physical Exceptionalities and Personal Care 3 Total: 22 -
Semester 2
CODE TITLE CREDITS EDUC 15436 Intellectual, Sensory and Learning Disabilities 4 EDUC 16859 Autism Spectrum Disorders 3 EDUC 20123 Foundations of Education 3 EDUC 19599 Disability Issues 3 EDUC 27370 Assessment in Education 3 EDUC 26048 Communication Disorders 3 FLPL 26367 Field Seminar and Placement 3 4 Total: 23
Courses subject to change.
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Admission Requirements
Program Eligibility
- Postsecondary diploma or degree.
and/or
- Demonstrated competence through related work and/or educational experience.
Note: The Educational Support student must have the energy and stamina to respond to the physical demands associated with the role of the assistant.
Applicant Selection
Eligible applicants will be selected on the basis of previous academic achievement and related courses, and/or demonstrated experience.
Postsecondary transcripts, indicating courses completed to date, must be submitted to ontariocolleges.ca at the time of application. Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program will be assessed and advised individually and may be considered for other, related programs.
Criminal Record Check and Immunization Requirements
Sheridan field placement agencies may require a police record check for criminal offences, a vulnerable sector check and/or a current acceptable record of immunization. Students will be required to provide this documentation directly to their field placement prior to the start of the placement and at their own expense. Students who cannot meet these requirements may have limited field placement opportunities.
English Language Proficiency
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan’s English proficiency requirements.Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Career Opportunities
When you complete your Educational Support diploma program, you'll be ready to seek employment in a public or private school supporting learners with special needs, or in a social- or health-based program with a special education component.
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Helpful links
Co-op
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Degree Completion
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Learning Outcomes
- Provide educational support in compliance with pertinent education-related legislation, standards, regulations and policies, health and safety legislation and regulations, as well as organizational policies, practices and procedures.
- Develop and implement strategies to promote and support positive school climates that contribute to a safe, caring and secure educational setting.
- Collaborate with members of the Individual Education Plan (IEP) team by assisting in the development and revision of the IEPs of learners with exceptionalities.
- Implement components of educational support programs of instruction under the direction and support of the IEP team and/or relevant members of the school community.
- Lead by example to promote empathetic, positive, and pro-social behaviour in all learners to facilitate the development of social competence in learners with exceptionalities in accordance with their IEPs.
- Promote the development of independence in, and provide assistance to, learners with exceptionalities in their performance of routine activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) in accordance with their IEPs.
- Develop and implement strategies to support learners with exceptionalities in the appropriate use of assistive technologies and daily living aids in accordance with their IEPs.
- Monitor, document and report on the behaviour, performance and progress of learners with exceptionalities in accordance with their IEPs.
- Prepare and present a plan for engaging in ongoing personal and professional development to promote competence in the educational support field.
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Internship
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Program Fees
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 2021–2022 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.
Program Fees
Fees for this program are paid to the University of Toronto Mississauga.
Program Fees
Fees for this program are paid to Brock University.
Program Fees
Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
For Canadian Students
The fees shown here are for the 2021-2022 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. For English Language Studies, depending on your level placement, your program completion time may differ.
For International Students
The fees shown here are for Fall 2021, and are subject to change. The English Language Studies program is offered to international students in 7-week sessions. The fees displayed are for each 7-week session and include tuition and health insurance. Depending on your level placement, your program completion time may differ.
Fees for Canadian students
$4,384.48
Fees for International students
$18,175.48Financial Aid & Awards
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:
- Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
- Scholarships, awards and bursaries
- Work Study Assistance Program
All new international students beginning their studies in the Fall 2021 or Winter 2022 semesters will receive an entrance scholarship ranging from $1,000 to $2,000.
Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $1,500 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $2,500 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Studies Toward a Career in Law
The annual Bursary Program for grade 12 students pursuing careers in the justice sector at an Ontario university or college is now open! Bursaries are offered by the Association of Justices of the Peace of Ontario (AJPO), the Association of Ontario Judges (AOJ) and the Ontario Superior Court Judges’ Association (OSCJA). Each association offers one bursary per year in each of their judicial regions for a total of 22 bursaries province-wide!
Applications close on May 26. Spread the word to students! Visit the Bursary web page for more information.
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Labs & Technology
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Financial Planning Certification
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Professional Sales Certificate
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Program Transition
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Helpful links
Earn your Masters degree
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Helpful links
Transfer Opportunities
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Clinical Placements
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Helpful links
Articulation Agreements
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
1 yr (2 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Program Mission
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.
Program Vision
Our vision is to graduate highly-skilled life-long learners who uphold professional integrity and promote quality and safety in practice.
Critical Performance Statement
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.
Program availability
Ontario College Diploma
Full-time 1 year Program code: PEDSI
| Start date | Campus | Status |
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| Sep 2021 | Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville) | Available |
Ontario College Diploma
Part-time Program code: PEDSI
| Start date | Campus | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2021 | Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville) | Available |
| Jan 2022 | Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville) | Available |
| May 2022 | Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville) | Available |
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