Education · NOC 43100 · TEER 3

Educational Assistant

Supporting students with diverse learning needs in K-12 classrooms with steady demand from school divisions across the province.

Teacher's aideClassroom assistant

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Entry requirements

Minimum education: Educational assistant certificate or equivalent
Preferred: Educational assistant diploma
Required credentials: First Aid
Preferred credentials: None specified
Licensing: Not licensed
Direct entry: Possible

Published pathway evidence

OaSIS employment requirements

Completion of secondary school is required.
Teacher assistants usually require completion of a 10-month college program in teaching assistance, educational assistance or other social science program.
Teacher assistants who help students with special needs usually require specialized training and experience.

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Saskatchewan pipeline snapshot

Enrolments: 465
Graduates: 228

Statistics Canada aggregate counts across the matched CIP or major-trade classifications. They are not open seats, current intakes, contactable candidates or proof of eligibility.

Training that closes the gap

Saskatchewan Polytechnic · Certificate
Educational Assistant
Duration36 weeks
Cost$9,150 estimate (2026-27)
DeliveryIn person
Published estimate including mandatory fees and approximate books and supplies; amount may vary by campus and is subject to change.
Published start pattern: September; next intake date and seat count are not yet published.
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