Bachelor of Education in Trades and Technology

About this programme

For the 2020-2021 school year, the federal and provincial governments have significantly expanded grants and loans and made them easier to access. Visit the Kamloops campus, sit in on lectures, take a campus tour, have lunch with a current TRU student — and more! » Register now Bring your skills from the worksite and lead a classroom as a trades and technology high school teacher You’re an experienced trades and technology professional, and it’s time to use your expertise to inspire the builders, fixers, and problem-solvers of tomorrow. Prepare for teaching with course topics like classroom information technology, adolescent learning and development, literacy across content areas, practicums and more. The Bachelor of Education in Trades and Technology (BETT) trains trades professionals to become successful teachers using: The first year of the program (Phase 1) is accelerated and taken over four consecutive semesters. You can earn the full BETT degree in a flexible format. Complete Phase 2 of the program with a blend of in-person and online classes, during summer semesters, or while working as an educator. Equivalent courses from other accredited universities may be used to satisfy remaining requirements, providing you meet residency requirements. There is also an opportunity to receive academic credit for your industry work experience through Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition. Once you’ve completed Phase 1, you are eligible to apply for a Trades Certificate from the BC Teacher Regulation Branch, which certifies you to teach shop in BC high schools.