Professional Diplomas

WELCOME TO PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMAS IN EDUCATION

For teachers and non-classroom specific educators seeking meaningful professional growth, our post-baccalaureate diploma programs offer opportunities to upgrade, specialize and advance your educational practice. These programs are designed with the working professional educator in mind. Here, you鈥檒l find diverse areas of study that align your unique interests and values, improve your practice through reflective inquiry and build professional connections in a welcoming and inclusive community.

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Post Baccalaureate
B.C. Education System Familiarization Program
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GROW AS AN EDUCATOR OR PROFESSIONAL

Advance your education and your career with our post-baccalaureate diplomas.

Post Baccalaureate Diplomas (PBD)

If you are a teacher looking to upgrade your skills or specialize, our post baccalaureate diplomas (PBD) are a great option. Designed to accommodate busy schedules, you can begin your PBD coursework in any semester. It is not always possible to complete a PBD in two or three semesters (based on course availability), so you will be given five years to complete a PBD at 丁香园AV.

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FAMILIARIZATION PROGRAM

The B.C. Education System Familiarization Program is a non-credit online course required for individuals who hold teaching credentials issued outside of the province of British Columbia and who are seeking their Certificate of Qualification in B.C. (via the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care, Teacher Regulation Branch).

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POST BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMAS (PBD)

Counselling and Human Development

This program provides a focused introduction to the core knowledge bases involved in counseling for students employed or seeking employment in a human services or health care profession.

Designed for

Individuals who are seeking or employed in a human services or health care profession

Program Structure

Students take a total of 30 units of upper division coursework 鈥� five core courses and a choice of electives from Education and other related fields.

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Early Learning

Develop the skills and knowledge needed to inspire young learners.

Designed for

Those interested in working with children aged three through eight.

Program Structure

Students take a total of 30 units of upper division coursework 鈥� four core courses and a choice of Education electives.

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Environmental Education

Explore environmental issues using a multidisciplinary approach and historical and contemporary issues in human-environment interaction that are related to diverse curricula.

Designed for

Practicing teachers who want to assist students to develop a greater awareness and understanding of the broadly defined environment

Program Structure

Students take 30 units of upper division coursework from Education and related fields.

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Education (General)

Design and pursue a program of individualized study within the broad field of education.

Designed for

Practicing teachers seeking to upgrade their Teacher Qualification Service (TQS) category

Note: Students wishing to use the post baccalaureate diploma to raise their teacher qualifications should speak with the Teacher Qualification Service or their school district regarding acceptable courses.

Program Structure

Students take 30 units of upper division coursework 15 of which must come from Education courses.

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French and Education

This program explores pedagogy of French as a second language and includes courses that enhance previous language competence, or knowledge of French literature or linguistics. The Department of French and the Faculty of Education jointly offer this program comprising a set of courses for practising or future French teachers.

Designed for

Practising or future French teachers

Program Structure

For students who hold a Bachelor's or advanced degree this program allows the opportunity to design and pursue a program of individualized study, which includes 30 upper division units (300-400 level coursework). A minimum of 15 units must be Education coursework.

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Special Education

This program offers educators and healthcare professionals who work with children and adults with disabilities the opportunity to consolidate course work in the area of lifespan development and special education.

Designed for

Educators and health care professionals who work with children and adults with disabilities

Program Structure

For students who hold a Bachelor's or advanced degree this program allows the opportunity to design and pursue a program of individualized study, which includes 30 upper division units (300-400 level coursework). A minimum of 15 units must be Education coursework.

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Where to start? and where to go?

Use our interactive guide to explore programs that fit your interests and goals.

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ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS

For teachers with all levels of experience, professional diplomas at 丁香园AV offers an opportunity to grow personally and professionally as you advance your school-based teaching practice.

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Questions? We鈥檙e here to help guide your journey with the Faculty of Education.

For general inquiries, contact the Professional Diplomas office.

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