BCPSEA and the Support Staff Education Committee (SSEC) are offering three training courses for Education Assistants:
- Understanding Behaviour & Inclusive Education
This 4.5 hour course covers inclusive education principles, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and functional behavioral assessments to support complex learners. - Understanding Common Medical Conditions
This 4-hour course is intended to provide professional development opportunities for EAs working to
support and become more aware of learners with certain medical conditions. - Understanding Mental Health in the Classroom
This 4-hour course is intended to provide professional development opportunities for EAs working to
support and become more aware of learners regarding their mental health.
The courses are accessible via BCPSEA’s website. To log into the course:
- Staff will first need to create an account (using their school district email address) at:
https://bcpsea.bc.ca/my-account-login/ - Once staff have created their account, they will be able to access the course at:
https://bcpsea.bc.ca/all-courses/