Educational Support (Fredericton) at NBCC - New Brunswick Community College - Program overview

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Program overview

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Last updated on 2026-05-15

Program overview

Program Overview

Educational support workers are dedicated to ensuring that every child reaches their full potential. They work as part of a learning team to help students overcome academic, physical, or behavioral challenges. Few careers offer the fulfillment that comes from working with children in their formative years. If you’re caring, patient, and creative, consider a career that ensures no learner is left behind.

In our two-year Educational Support program, you’ll learn to work with students with diverse learning needs. Through experiential and applied learning, you’ll gain the skills needed to plan, organize, and lead activities that help children develop intellectually, physically, and emotionally. You will learn to manage behavior and modify educational programming to suit students with exceptional needs. Enroll today and pursue a career where you can nurture a child’s progress every day.

Program Structure

The Educational Support program is designed to be completed within two academic years of full-time study. This program offers a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future roles. Key features of the program structure include:

Program Length: Two academic years
Delivery Method: Blended delivery, combining online and in-person learning
Field Placement: Opportunities for hands-on experience in educational settings
Experiential Learning: Focus on applied learning to develop practical skills

Students will also have the chance to engage in various program options, such as internships or co-op placements, which provide valuable real-world experience in educational support roles.

Featured Experiences

The Educational Support program offers several unique features that enhance the learning experience:

Field Placements: Students will participate in multiple field placements, providing supervised educational support in various school settings.
Experiential Learning: The program emphasizes hands-on learning, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world situations.
Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Students will learn to work collaboratively with other professionals in the educational environment.
Focus on Inclusion: The program prepares students to support children with diverse learning needs, including those with exceptionalities.
Community Service Component: Students engage in community service to enhance their understanding of civic responsibility.

Career Options

Graduates of the Educational Support program can pursue a variety of career opportunities in Canada. Here are some potential job roles:

Educational Support Worker: Assist teachers in providing support to students with diverse learning needs in classrooms.
Behavioral Support Specialist: Work with children who have behavioral challenges, implementing strategies to promote positive behavior.
Child Care Worker: Provide care and support in before and after school programs, as well as in community centers.
Special Education Assistant: Support students with exceptionalities in their learning and development within educational settings.
Recreation Coordinator: Plan and lead recreational activities for children in community programs, focusing on inclusion and engagement.

These roles offer flexibility, with opportunities for both full-time and part-time positions, allowing graduates to find a work-life balance that suits their lifestyle.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2026-05-15

Program overview

Academic Requirements

For the Educational Support program in Fredericton, the following academic requirements apply:

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

International students, including those from Vietnam and other Asian countries, should be aware of the following requirements:

Documents must be officially translated into English.
Minimum credentials required are indicated; however, higher education may also be considered.
Proof of language of instruction and grading scale would be helpful and may speed up the evaluation process.
Transcripts must show:
- Last year of Grammar or Literature credit.
- Last year of Math credit obtained.
- Last two years of sciences if required for your profile of consideration.
- Postsecondary credentials may be required for some programs.

For any clarification and support regarding these requirements, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

We want our students to be well-positioned for success and be able to participate in all NBCC educational activities. Therefore, all international and Permanent Resident applicants to NBCC must demonstrate adequate academic English proficiency.

NBCC will request evidence of English proficiency on a recognized linguistic test or successful completion of a recognized pathway program from one of our English language training partners. NBCC will only accept tests that were taken within the last 2 years. An applicant may be exempt if:

the applicant's first language is English; or,
a minimum of three (3) years of secondary education has been successfully completed in English within the last 2 years.
successful completion of English 122 or 121, or equivalency to NB high school curriculum, with a minimum mark of 70% (non-modified curriculum) can be submitted to satisfy NBCC’s English proficiency requirement; or,
a minimum of one (1) year of successful completion in a recognized post-secondary institution has been in English within the last 2 years.

The following English proficiency tests can be submitted to NBCC for admission consideration:

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Academic test only
- Minimum score of 6.0 with no subject test score less than 5.5
TOEFL iBT
- Minimum score of 80 with no subject test score below 18.
Duolingo English Test
- Minimum score of 100 out of 160 with no subject test score less than 90
Cambridge English
- Overall Cambridge English Scale score of 169
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL)
- Minimum score of 60
The Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees (CanTEST)
- Minimum score of 4.5 with no subtest less than 4.0
PTE Pearson Test of English (Academic)
- Minimum score of 65 with no subject test less than 60

If you do not meet the English language requirements for admission to NBCC programs, you can apply directly to one of our English language training partners for a pathway program.

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

Not meeting the minimum language requirements?

You may still be able to apply!