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About

CDI College's Education Assistant program is a perfect fit if you are interested in helping children and youth who require extra support to achieve their full potential. In the program, you will learn how to assist teachers in early childhood settings or elementary and secondary schools or help children and youth in the community.

With a focus on the individual’s social and educational needs in an inclusive environment, you will be prepared to change people’s lives through caring, education, and promotion of healthful, purposeful lives. Through theory and practice, case studies, specialized training, and work experience practice, you will be well-prepared and equipped to enter the field of special education upon graduation.
With two practicum placements totaling 240 hours, you will be prepared to start work immediately in early childhood education, elementary, and secondary schools, in addition to helping in community care and youth centres, recreation programs, community support, group homes, and family service centres.

Career Opportunities

  • Community Care & Youth Centres
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Elementary Schools
  • Family Service Centres
  • Group Homes
  • Secondary Schools

Industry Salary Information

  • Low Wage ($/hr): $12.45
  • Average Wage ($/hr): $16.81
  • High Wage ($/hr): $24.07
  • Average Salary: $29,245

* Information Source: www.jobbank.gc.ca/trend-analysis. Salary data provided is an estimate, and is intended for reference purposes only.

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Personality Assessment

Find out what your personality is like and discover your traits, worries & concerns about taking the next step to study at school towards a new and rewarding career. This quick and easy assessment will provide you with some insight into what to focus on and what you might need to watch out for to best prepare you for your new career and school goals!

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Financial Aid

Finding yourself in a position where College is unaffordable is more common than most of us realize. Fortunately, Canada’s provincial and federal governments are very focused on making education accessible to virtually everyone; even students that are new to Canada. Regardless of your situation: didn’t finish high school, are having (or had) financial difficulties, or you are a new arrival to Canada, we will find financial solution best for you!

Our Financial Aid Expert will provide you with best options to make education investment in yourself, both realistic and affordable. Let us help you find option that suits you best. Fill out the form NOW!

  • Government Student Loans
  • Currently, Alberta has a government-sponsored plan that provides loan assistance to qualified full-time students. The type and amount of assistance usually varies depending on your individual circumstances.

    When you meet with our Student Financial Planning Expert at the campus, we will go over all the financial options available to you to make this amazing investment in yourself both affordable and realistic.

  • RBC Royal Credit Line for Students ©
  • The Royal Credit Line for Students lets you focus on what's important: your studies. Available to full-time and part-time students, it allows you to take charge of your financial needs in a way that fits your lifestyle.

    The Royal Credit Line for Students is different from a traditional loan in that it lets you borrow funds as you need them, and only pay the interest on the amount you use, without ever having to reapply. You get all the convenience and benefits with no annual fee.

    As a student, you may qualify for one of RBC's best rates - Prime + 1%, which applies when you are at school and for a 12 month grace period after graduation.

    Further information about financial assistance is available from the Financial Representative at your nearest campus.

  • Other Financial Assistance
  • There may be other forms of financial aid available to you. Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for specific government grants and bursaries. Additionally, you may be eligible to receive funding through a government-sponsored agency such as the Department of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) or WorkSafe.

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Campuses

Edmonton North

North Town Centre 9450 - 137th Ave.Suite #104
Edmonton, AB T5E 6C2

Edmonton City Centre

200 - 10004 Jasper Ave.
Edmonton, AB T5J 1R3

Edmonton West

176 Mayfield Common
Edmonton, AB T5P 4B3

Edmonton South

101 – 4723 52 Ave. NW
Edmonton, AB T6B 3R6

Red Deer

5th floor, 5000 Gaetz Ave.
Red Deer, AB T4N 6C2

Calgary North

100 - 403 33rd St. NE
Calgary, AB T2A 1X5

Calgary City Centre

703 - 6th Ave. SW 2nd Floor
Calgary, AB T2P 0T9

Calgary South

Midnapore Mall 240 Midpark Way SE Suite #200
Calgary, AB T2X 1N4