Teaching Assistants for Post-Secondary Education Institutions
- Updated on: February 19, 2026
Program Description
The Teaching Assistant Training Program is a hands-on, online or blended program comprised of both asynchronous and synchronous learning, designed for new TAs embarking on their teaching careers. Learn about fair grading practices, diversity in the classroom, lesson design, and giving students feedback on written work. Get real-time, hands-on teaching experience in our unique microteaching sessions where students can try out your teaching skills with a small group of your peers and receive helpful, constructive feedback. At the end of the session, students will receive a certificate as evidence of your commitment to the development of your knowledge and skill as a teacher.
Gradutes of the program may find employment in the research field with job titles such as:
- College teaching assistant
- Post-secondary teaching assistant
- Graduate assistant – University
- University teaching assistant
NOC41201
Admission Requirements
General Admission Requirements
Mature student status
High school graduate
English Language Proficiency Admission Requirements
English proficiency interview
Grade 10 English with a C or higher
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- apply the characteristics of effective feedback when giving verbal, written, and non-verbal feedback.
- listen openly to feedback on teaching and reflect on personal approaches to teaching and learning.
- define the TA’s interpersonal communication responsibilities and identify resources available for student and TA academic success.
- describe strategies to facilitate effective classroom or laboratory discussions;
- implement consistent grading practices.
- identify cultural influences on communication in the classroom.
Additional Information
Method(s) of Evaluation*
Quizzes and Assignments.
Completion Requirements*
A grade of 70% or higher is required to complete the program.
Delivery Method(s)
Indicate how the program is delivered:
In-class instruction: 100% hours of instruction delivered in a classroom or other setting, where instructors share the same physical space as students.
Distance education: 100% hours of instruction, excluding work experience hours, if applicable, delivered remotely from a BC location.
If distance or combined delivery is indicated, the online components are:
Synchronous: Meaning students attend classes virtually in ‘real time’ with instructors and classmates.
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Key Information
- Start Date: Continuous Intakes
- Program Duration: 480 Hours | 24 Weeks
- Homework Hours: 50 Hours
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Total Tuition Fee: $2,950
Tuition Fees $950
Textbook Fees $1000
Materials Fees $1000 - Delivery Method(s): In-class instruction + Distance education + Combined
