Full course description
Supporting student learning and well-being is central to UBC’s mission. The Early Assist (EA) program provides faculty, staff, and TAs with a clear process for identifying and responding to students who may be at risk academically or personally.
In this interactive online course, you’ll learn how to recognize signs of concern, submit an EA report, and engage in supportive conversations. By practicing these skills, you’ll strengthen your confidence in connecting students with timely resources and contribute to a caring, connected campus community.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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KNOW: What Early Assist is, why it matters, and when to use it.
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DO: Recognize signs of concern and submit an EA report.
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ENGAGE: Build confidence in reaching out to students and reflecting on your role in their success.
INSTRUCTOR
UBC Student Services – Early Assist Team
PROGRAM
UBC Faculty & Staff Training
PREPARATION & PREREQUISITES
None required.
KEYWORDS
Early Assist, student support, academic success, well-being, early intervention, UBC training, faculty and staff, teaching assistants
Request an in-person or zoom Early Assist training session:
https://facultystaff.students.ubc.ca/professional-development-staff-faculty-and-ta%E2%80%99s-support-student-wellbeing