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Elementary & Secondary Teacher Education Programs

Teachers are among the most important people in a students’ life. they guide them, inspire them and help them build meaningful and successful futures., our programs explore new research-based approaches to teaching and examine how and why we teach what we teach. with dynamic learning opportunities and an extraordinary environment, we prepare teachers for the responsibilities and opportunities of today’s classrooms. at uvic, you will find yourself immersed in a personalized and intimate program, with an emphasis on practical hands-on experiences early on in your degree., defining features of our programs, cohort-based, intergrated indigenous ways of learning and knowing, early opportunities for active observation and participation in local classrooms, hands-on learning through multiple practicum experiences in diverse settings, competancy-based learning that supports academic and provessional success, your title goes here.

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Elementary B.Ed. Program

This program prepares you for the always-changing challenges and responsibilities of teaching in today’s elementary and middle years classrooms. This practicum-based program gets you hands-on classroom experience. You’ll graduate at the leading edge of your field with a Bachelor of Education (BEd) degree and be eligible to apply for a BC teaching certificate. You will complete three practica:  a three-week paired practicum in year two, a six-week practica in year three, and a ten-week practicum in year four.

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Elementary Post Degree

This post-degree professional program (PDPP) is for degree holders who want to teach elementary or middle classes. After four terms and two practicum experiences, you’ll graduate with a Bachelor of Education degree and be eligible to apply for a BC teaching certificate. You will complete two practica: a six-week experience in April/May and a ten-week experience from October to December. You’ll get the chance for an international, public or independent school placement.

Elementary PDPP Français

The BEd Francophone Program Elementary PDPP Français is a  full-time, 16-month, pilot program starting September 2023! This program is designed for those with strong French language skills who currently hold a degree.

Secondary Post Degree Program

This post-degree professional program (PDPP) is for degree holders who want to teach one or two subjects in a secondary school. In this program, you’ll move through intensive course work over four terms, work in schools right away, and formalize your hand on experiences through two practicums. You’ll graduate with a Bachelor of Education degree (BEd) and be eligible to apply for a BC teaching certificate.Teacher candidates complete two practica: a six-week experience in April/May and a ten-week experience from October to December. There are opportunities for international, public or independent school placements.

French Immersion

There is a great need for french immersion teachers in bc. school districts are always looking for invested people who are committed to language learning and passionate about french language and culture., there are options for french immersion practicum in all three of our teacher education programs., learn more here, professional upgrading.

Continuing Teacher Education Programs

Interested in furthering your studies in education we offer several options for pre-service and in-service teachers to enhance their education through coordinated course packages., you may want to pursue professional learning through the packages listed below if you are interested in:, a bc tqs salary upgrade, exploring ways to provide your students with enriched learning experiences, specializing in a theme or set of courses to expand your base of knowledge, professional learning packages:, we have options in technology, art, music, personalized learning and more. visit our continuing teacher education page to learn more., additional learning packages:, other uvic departments also offer certificates, diplomas, and institutes that could be applied to tqs salary upgrades. visit our continuing education page to learn more, masters and doctoral programs, department of curriculum and instruction, explore graduate programs in areas such as curriculum studies, art education, education technology and math and science education through the department of curriculum and instruction h ttps://www.uvic.ca/education/curriculum/graduate/index.php, department of educational psychology and leadership studies.

Interested in Educational Psychology, Counselling Psychology or Leadership Studies? See the graduate programs offered through the Department of Educational Psychology and Leadership Studies https://www.uvic.ca/education/psychology/

Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education

Considering furthering your knowledge of coaching or physical and health education? Visit the graduate program site for Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education https://www.uvic.ca/education/exercise/graduate/index.php

The Department of Indigenous Education

The Department of Indigenous Education offers the only Master’s degree in Indigenous Language Revitalization. Find out more about this unique program here https://www.uvic.ca/education/indigenous/graduate/index.php

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Building an effective workplace learning program means having all the right pieces in place. 

As professional development and lifelong learning become increasingly important in our fast-changing world, there is a growing demand for qualified adult educators and performance and learning professionals. Understanding how adults learn and designing curricula that will engage them in meaningful learner experiences can sometimes feel like a puzzle with many different pieces at play. 

Solving the puzzle means fitting together topic knowledge, experience, facilitation tools and strategies, curricula design and pedagogy, in an environment that encourages collaboration and engagement. 

For those who work in the field of learning and development, the Certificate in Adult and Continuing Education (CACE) is the puzzle piece that brings it all together.

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Adult and Continuing Education

Program at a glance

• Credential: Certificate
• Length: 2-5 years
• Estimated fees: $5,190.00 CAD
• Delivery style: Blended, Online

Program description

The CACE program is a nationally-recognized credential that sets you apart as a workplace learning professional of choice. Gain knowledge and practical skills-building in the areas of program and course development, facilitation and instructional design in a collaborative environment that fosters innovation, creativity and strong peer connections. Learn how to apply the latest in instructional techniques and online learning tools to reach your learners in more ways than ever before. 

You’re already knowledgeable and passionate about your area of expertise—CACE will give you the skills and confidence to be able to more effectively share that knowledge with others.

Program Features

Program partners

Faculty of Education, Department of Curriculum and Instruction

Program outcomes

Upon completing the CACE program, graduates will be able to:

• Incorporate principles of adult education in the planning and development of programs/courses that meet organizational and adult learner needs
• Design and deliver adult learning experiences that address learners’ needs through the integration of adult learning philosophy and principles into practice
• Facilitate learning through the application of key philosophies, theories and concepts in adult education
• Systematically monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and use the data for program improvement, capacity building and accountability
• Demonstrate professionalism in their practice and promote the philosophy, goals and objectives of adult education

Who is this program for?

CACE is an award-winning program that will help you in your career as a:

• learning specialist
• facilitator
• curriculum developer
• instructor in adult education
• program planner
• certified trainer
• learning experience designer

CACE courses can be taken individually for professional development, or be taken collectively to earn the certificate credential. Contact the CACE office to find out if CACE is right for you.

Courses are offered on campus at the University of Victoria on weekdays, weekends, during the summer and online. Learning is accessible to part-time learners outside working hours and courses can be taken individually or applied toward the professional certificate program.

Career options

• Facilitator
• Instructional Designer
• Learning Consultant/Specialist
• Program Coordinator

Instructors

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Testimonials

In particular, I've found the support I received from [CACE program staff] and the quality of instructors to be exceptional. Of all the educational institutions I have been at, Continuing Studies at UVic and CACE have been top notch.

The CACE program delivers a perfect balance between theory and practice. My instructors developed course plans firmly rooted in relevant theories of adult education, but also used learning activities that reflected actual practice. This gave me a leg-up in the workplace because I had learned both what to do, and how to do it.

Every CACE course was unique and completely transferable to my daily work. I will highly recommend CACE to anyone in the field.

I was really impressed… I felt well supported and clear in the expectations—great job!

Our department has relied on this program as a staple of skilling up learners, and we’re excited to continue to do so.

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Courses and fees.

In order to complete the CACE program, a student needs to complete the four required courses, and a minimum of 4.0 credits of elective coursework (1.0 credits = 39 instructional hours). Elective courses may be either 0.5 or 1.0 credits, depending on the course. Please see the individual course pages for more details. 

Four (4) required courses

• Adult Learning and Development
• Facilitating Adult Learning
• Foundations of Adult Education
• Program Planning in Adult Education

Plus Four (4) electives below

• Assessment and Evaluation in Adult Learning
• E-Learning: Design and Development
• Facilitating Intercultural Relationships
• Improving Performance through Learning Transfer
• Instructional Design in Adult Education
• Planning Program Evaluation
• Project Management
• Strategies and Tools for Teaching Adults Online
• Training Needs Assessment

Program planning

A different selection of courses are offered every term. To see our upcoming offerings, please view our anticipated  course schedule . To assist in your program planning, you can also view  all course descriptions . 

Graduation information

For students that have completed the program, please complete the online Graduation Form .

Estimated fees

Application information, admission requirements.

It is recommended that participants have completed secondary school and possess a minimum of three years' experience working in adult or continuing education. If you do not meet these requirements but have appropriate and equivalent education and work experience then we still encourage you to apply.

Please view our CACE Policies page for important information on: refund policy, convocation, income taxes, grading policies, grading scheme, program extension, and student appeal process.

How to apply

You can apply to the CACE program online , or you can download and submit the CACE application form PDF to the CACE program office:

University of Victoria Continuing Studies in Education PO Box 1700 STN CSC Victoria BC, V8W 2Y2 Canada

Email: [email protected] Fax: 250-721-8774

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Special and Inclusive Education

Our special and inclusive education programs are designed for educators studying part-time. Completing the certificate and diploma enhances your ability to work with young people with specialized learning needs, and meets the requirements for upgrading your level in BC's Teacher Qualification Service.

Quick facts

Begin by applying for and completing the certificate program in special and inclusive education, which qualifies you to apply for the diploma program. Learn more from Educational Psychology and Leadership Studies .

English language proficiency

You must demonstrate English language proficiency to attend UVic. Your transcripts are enough to prove proficiency if you've studied full-time in an academic program at the high school or post-secondary level within Canada for at least four years, and all of your instruction was in English.

Learn about UVic's English language requirement .

Related programs

• Teacher Education: Elementary Curriculum
• Teacher Education: Elementary Curriculum (post-degree professional program)
• Teacher Education: Indigenous Education (post-degree professional program)
• Teacher Education: Secondary Curriculum (post‑degree professional program)

Faculties & departments

• Educational Psychology and Leadership Studies

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