Requirements
Community Support & Education Assistant Certificate
Admission requirements
When you apply you'll need to:
- submit proof of a letter grade of “C+” or higher in English 12, or EFP 12, or "C" or higher in ENGL 092 & ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 & ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 & ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 & ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 & ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment; and,
- submit proof of 40 hours* of life, volunteer or work experience within the last five years in a group setting with persons with developmental disabilities.
*Applicants with life experience with a person with a developmental disability may consult with the Chair or Program Leader.
If you’re missing some prerequisites, don’t worry! Alternative secondary school prerequisites and general upgrading are available right here at Camosun College. There are many options for you to consider:
Students are strongly encouraged to complete PSYC 154 and ENGL 150 prior to starting the program.
It is strongly recommended students have basic computer literacy, including experience with keyboarding and basic Internet search and email skills.
Participation requirements
- Due to new legislation that came into effect January 2011, every registered student who has
practicum/clinical placement involving work with children and/or vulnerable adults must undergo a Criminal Record Check (CRC) through the Criminal Record Review Program. A new process is presently being developed. Students will also be informed of the new process during program information sessions. Any CRC done outside the college will NOT be accepted and will result in additional cost to the student.
Completion requirements
- Students must achieve a minimum of 60% (“C”) in all theory courses, and successfully complete CSEA 111 and CSEA 112 to graduate with a Certificate in Community Support and Education Assistant.
