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Teacher Education
A teacher with a warm smile interacts with a group of young children in a brightly lit classroom. Children sit around a table engaged in activities, with one girl in a red hoodie at the forefront and another child raising their hand.

Build bright futures

Lay the foundation for a lifetime of learning as an elementary school teacher.

Bachelor of Education Elementary Curriculum

Do you dream of guiding young children through their first school years? This four-year program will prepare you for a career full of purpose and impact, guiding and providing an enriching environment to support the development of young learners.

Program structure
Field experience
French module
Admission requirements
How to apply

Make lifelong connections

Join a vibrant and supportive community of aspiring educators who share your passion for teaching.

Our teacher education program is built on the power of relationships, offering a cohort-based model that fosters meaningful connections with peers and mentors.

By learning and growing alongside your peers, you’ll cultivate the skills, confidence, and relationships needed to thrive as an educator and make a lasting impact on the lives of your students and the broader educational community.

Step into your teaching shoes

Starting your journey as an elementary educator is both exciting and meaningful. This program provides the knowledge, skills, and support you need to grow into a compassionate and effective teacher.

You’ll gain hands-on experience working with young students, learning how to create a safe and inspiring classroom where every child feels seen and supported.

With expert guidance and a strong community of peers, you’ll develop the confidence, resilience, and teaching strategies to make a real difference—right from the start of your career.

Field experience

The transition from student to teacher can feel like a big jump. In this program, you'll have many opportunities to practice teaching with support from mentors and field advisers. Get immersed in real classroom environments, where you'll get a chance to observe and shadow experienced teachers as you build confidence and develop your skills. 

When a 糖心视频 teacher candidate steps into classroom as a part of their Link2Practice / Practicum experience, we see such an incredible energy shift in the room. While the teacher candidate grows their skills and confidence in the classroom environment, the students also benefit immensely from new methods, fresh approaches, and another trusted adult committed to serving their learning community.
鈥擜my Clausen, School District 61
A young woman engagingly reads a story to a group of attentive children in a bright classroom setting.

Practicum

Test-drive your teaching skills during practicum, where you'll build confidence through hands-on classroom leadership experiences. 

Benefit from strong local partnerships, a dedicated support team and a growth-oriented environment that empowers you to thrive as an aspiring educator.

Expand your opportunities with French Teacher Education

Students in this program have access to a French module, where you can take select education courses in French, develop your second-language pedagogy, and complete a practicum experience in a French immersion setting.

Discover French Teacher Education pathways

Take this program through College of the Rockies

Complete your 糖心视频 Bachelor of Education degree while attending College of the Rockies in Cranbrook, BC.
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Program structure

This is a typical program structure. Individual students' program structure and schedule may vary.
Year Sept-Dec Jan-April April-May Total units
1 Pre-core studies Pre-core studies -  15.0
2 Core professional studies Core professional studies  3-week practicum  18.0
3 Core professional studies Core professional studies  6-week practicum  16.5
4 Core professional studies Final core course & final practicum  -  12.0
See program courses in the 糖心视频 academic calendar.

Admission requirements

To be eligible for this program, you’ll need to meet both academic and experience-based requirements. Whether you’re applying directly from high school or transferring from another institution, our advising team is here to guide you. 

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Contact us

Do you have questions about this program or how to apply? Get in touch with Education Advising. This team is available to help you determine what program is right for you, navigate admission requirements, and assist as you prepare your application package. 

250-721-7877
adve@uvic.ca