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

Program overview

Admission Requirements

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Last updated on 2025-07-14

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 they may face. Few other careers offer the kind of fulfillment that working with children in their formative years can provide. If you’re caring, patient, and creative, consider a career that’s all about ensuring no learner is left behind.

In our two-year Educational Support program, you’ll learn to work with students with diverse learning needs. Through a combination of experiential and applied learning, you’ll gain the skills needed to plan, organize, and lead activities to help children develop intellectually, physically, and emotionally. We’ll teach you how to manage behavior and plan and modify educational programming to suit students with exceptional needs. Giving a child a great start in life is one of the greatest gifts you can give. Enroll today in the Educational Support program 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. The program is delivered in a blended format, combining both in-person and online learning experiences. Here are some key features of the program structure:

Program Length: Two academic years
Delivery Method: Blended delivery (combination of online and in-person classes)
Field Placement: Practical experience through supervised placements in educational settings
Experiential Learning: Hands-on activities to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios

Students will also have opportunities to engage in various program options, such as internships or co-op placements, which enhance their learning experience and prepare them for the workforce.

Featured Experiences

Field Placements: Students gain practical experience by providing supervised educational support in elementary, middle, and high school settings.
Experiential Learning: The program emphasizes hands-on activities that allow students to apply their knowledge in real-world situations.
Collaborative Learning: Students work as part of a multidisciplinary team, enhancing their teamwork and communication skills.
Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in community service projects that enhance personal growth and civic responsibility.
Technology Integration: Students learn to use adaptive and assistive technologies to support students with exceptionalities.

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 various educational settings.
Behavioral Support Specialist: Work with students to develop positive behavior strategies and interventions to enhance their learning experience.
Inclusion Facilitator: Help create inclusive classroom environments that accommodate students with exceptionalities.
Child and Youth Worker: Support children and youth in community centers, recreational programs, and after-school care.
Special Education Assistant: Provide direct support to students with disabilities or learning challenges in both public and private schools.

These roles offer fulfilling opportunities to make a positive impact on the lives of children and contribute to their educational success.

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 2025-07-14

Program overview

Academic Requirements

For students interested in the Educational Support program at Moncton, here are the key Academic 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.
Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For international students, especially those from Vietnam and other Asian countries, it is essential to ensure that all required documents are submitted in a timely manner. If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please feel free to contact LOA Portal's advisors for clarification and support.

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; 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.

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.

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
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- Minimum score of 80 with no subject test less than 18 (iBT Test)
Duolingo English Test
- Minimum score of 100 out of 160 with no subject test score less than 90
Cambridge English
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) - 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!