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The Special Education Techniques AEC program prepares students with the skills and knowledge needed to practice within the profession.  

 Special Education Technicians work with individuals of all ages who are experiencing adjustment challenges due to emotional, physical, intellectual, social, behavioral, or mental health challenges. The objective is to provide support in adaptation, intervention, and rehabilitation. Special Education Technicians aid their clientele in becoming active members of society. 

Objectifs / Compétences

Upon completion of the program, the student will be able to:

• 02FG Explore the profession.
• 02FH Analyze the issues associated with participation in society.
• 02FJ  Situate the person from a developmental standpoint 
• 02FK Communicate in a professional context 
• 02FL Adopt  safe working practices 
• 02FM Observe behaviours
• 02FN Examine intervention approaches and techniques 
• 02FP Establish a helping relationship 
• 02FQ Determine interventions for intellectual impairments 
• 02FR Determine interventions for autism spectrum disorders
• 02FS Animate clinical activities 
• 02FT Determine interventions for language difficulties and communication disorders
• 02FU Determine interventions for learning difficulties and disorders
• 02FV Determine interventions for ageing 
• 02FW Carry out preventive interventions
• 02FX Prepare an intervention plan
• 02FY Determine interventions for physical disability
• 02FZ Determine interventions for young people with social maladjustments 
• 02G0 Determine interventions for mental health issues
• 02G1 Determine interventions for dependencies 
• 02G2 Determine interventions for social exclusion and violence 
• 02G3 Carry out adaptation and rehabilitation interventions 
• 02G4 Carry out crisis interventions

Fonctions de travail

Special Education Technicians observe clients’ attitudes and behaviors to assess the needs, abilities, and lifestyle habits. They work in conjunction with specialists to identify, rate, detect, and evaluate undiagnosed disorders. They are also trained to work in crisis situations. Furthermore, Special Education Technicians may create and update intervention plans or participate in the preparation and updating of these plans as part of multidisciplinary teams addressing the specific needs of individuals facing challenges. 

 Special Education Technicians are also tasked with applying intervention approaches and techniques, designing or adapting intervention tools, planning and implementing clinical activities for individuals or groups, and documenting their interventions. They work with a team of professionals and, when needed, may work with members of the client's family. They foster a climate of trust to provide the necessary support for rehabilitation or adaptation, using methods that enable individuals in difficulty to learn, acquire new habits, and develop attitudes and behaviors suited to their environment. 

Conditions d'admission et préalables

To be admitted to the program, applicants must meet the general requirements for admission set out in the College Education Regulations of the Province of Quebec. 

Please note that Applicants will also be asked to provide proof of one of the following:

• Canadian Citizenship
• Permanent Residency
• Permanent refugee status (must hold a valid study permit)
• Valid Student Visa

Applicants must have a Secondary V diploma or equivalent or have acquired knowledge and skills deemed sufficient by the College for potential success in the program.  More specifically, they must show proof of:

• A Diploma of High School Studies OR
• A College Diploma or a University Degree OR
• A partial high school program, coupled with a recommendation from a current or former employer that you would benefit from pursuing your education at the post-secondary level.

And

The applicant must meet one of the following requirements:

• have interrupted studying full-time for at least two consecutive terms or one school year OR
• be covered under an agreement between the college and an employer, or be benefiting from a government program OR
• have completed at least one year of post-secondary studies over a period of one year or more OR
• hold a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS/DEP)

Particularités et remarques

Fields and type of employers

Some of the organizations that hire Special Education Technicians (SET) are: public agencies such as the Ministry of Health and Social Services, social service and rehabilitation centres; regular or specialized schools; group homes; youth homes; community organizations; homecare centres; and hospitals.

Job Placement and Prospects

Work prospects are very good for Special Education Technician under National Occupation Codes (NOC) 42201 Social and Community Service Workers and 42203 Instructors of People with Disabilities according to the Exploring Trades and Occupations web page of the Government of Quebec, August 2024.

Salary range

From $ 17.10 to $ 33.75 per hour (NOC 42201 Social and Community Service Workers) and from $18.00 to $ 34.00 per hour (NOC 42203 Instructors of People with Disabilities) according to the Exploring Trades and Occupations web page of the Government of Quebec, February 2024.