Teacher Assistant Program
Develop the knowledge, skills, experience, and values necessary to support children and their families in this program that prepares grads for employment in Nova Scotia Provincial Centres for Education.
Program Details
Develop the knowledge, skills, experience, and values necessary to support children and their families in this program that prepares grads for employment in Nova Scotia Provincial Centres for Education. This comprehensive program is designed to provide you with both theoretical knowledge and practical hands-on experience, preparing you for the workforce upon graduation.
What You'll Learn
- Industry-standard practices and procedures
- Professional communication skills
- Hands-on technical competencies
- Workplace safety and protocols
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Professional ethics and standards
- Real-world application through practicum
- Career preparation and job search skills
Speak with our admissions team to learn more about this program and start your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Island Career Academy's Teacher Assistant program is offered at our campus at 721 Alexandra Street, Sydney, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.
The Teacher Assistant program at Island Career Academy is 36 to 39 weeks, after which graduates are ready to support students and educators in Nova Scotia schools.
Teacher Assistant students complete a supervised practicum placement in an active school setting, working alongside classroom teachers and support staff to gain direct experience supporting students' learning needs.
Graduates of the Teacher Assistant program receive a Teacher Assistant Certificate from Island Career Academy, qualifying them to work in Nova Scotia public and private schools as educational support staff.
Why Choose Island Career Academy?
ICA has been building careers in Cape Breton for over 38 years. Here's what sets us apart.
36-39 week program preparing you to support students in Nova Scotia schools
Practicum placement in an active school alongside classroom teachers
Training Cape Bretoners since 1987 - 38+ years of community-focused education
Small class sizes allow personalised support from experienced instructor staff
In-demand credential recognised by public and private schools across Cape Breton
Career placement support to connect you with school board opportunities
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