Educational Support

Academic Requirements

The Educational Support diploma program at Sheridan has specific academic requirements for prospective students. To be eligible for admission, applicants must possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or an equivalent qualification. This includes the completion of the following prerequisite course:

• One English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U).

Alternatively, applicants may qualify through mature student status.

It is important to note that eligible applicants will be selected based on their previous academic achievements, specifically their six highest senior-level credits, which must include the required courses.

For international students, including those from Vietnam and other Asian countries, it is essential to meet the same academic standards as domestic students. Additionally, students will need to provide documentation such as criminal record checks and immunization records for field placements, which must be submitted at their own expense.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases. Students who do not meet the admission requirements may be advised on alternative related programs.

For any clarification or support regarding the application process, students are encouraged to contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

All applicants to Sheridan must demonstrate English-language proficiency. For the Educational Support Diploma program, the following English proficiency tests are accepted:

• Sheridan’s EAP program:
  • A minimum score of 70% in listening and speaking and 70% in reading and writing.
• Sheridan EPA test (English Proficiency Assessment):
  • Listening Band – 4.0
  • Reading Combined Band – 4.0
  • Writing – CLB 7
• CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language):
  • Overall score 60 with no individual section below 50.
• Cambridge English Test Exams (B2 First/C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency):
  • Overall Cambridge English Scale score 169 with no individual score below 162.
• Duolingo English Language Test:
  • Overall score of 105 with no integrated subscore lower than 85.
• IELTS Academic Level:
  • Overall score 6.0 with no individual band below 5.5.
• iTEP Academic-Plus:
  • Overall score 3.7.
• LanguageCert Academic:
  • Overall score 65 with no individual skill score below 60.
• PTE Academic:
  • Overall score 58 with no individual section below 49.
• TOEFL iBT:
  • Overall score 80 with no individual section below 20.

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.