Bachelor of Education - Post Baccalaureate

Program Overview

This three-semester, full-time program prepares students for teaching at the elementary, secondary, or middle school levels. Coursework and field experience are completed on campus in Nanaimo, and graduates are recommended for professional certification by the BC Ministry of Education. Graduates are encouraged to apply to the Teacher Qualification Service to establish qualifications for salary purposes in BC public schools.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Course work and field experience are completed over three full-time semesters with intake only occurring in the Fall of each academic year.
• All academic courses are delivered on campus in Nanaimo and do not run during the summer months.
• Applicants can apply for the elementary and/or secondary teaching option(s).
• Coursework will have either an elementary or secondary focus with supporting practicums.
• Either option will prepare applicants for teaching at the middle school level.
• The program is designed to prepare graduates to be well-qualified beginning teachers.
• Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be recommended to the Teacher Certification Branch (TCB) at the BC Ministry of Education for ‘professional certification’.
This certification is required for employment in any BC public, independent or BC Offshore school.

Careers:

• Graduates hoping to gain employment in a BC public school are advised to check with the local school district(s) for any additional required qualifications and/or teaching restrictions.
• Upon successful graduation from the program, graduates are strongly encouraged to also apply to the Teacher Qualification Service (TQS) to assist in establishing qualifications for salary purposes in BC public schools.