Certificate in Math Teaching

About this programme

Acadia University's Certificate in Mathematics Teaching (Grades 5-9) will build your skills as a math educator for grades 5-9 (including grade 4/5 splits). The certificate is designed for teachers without a strong background in mathematics or for those seeking to update their knowledge of math curriculum and pedagogy. Our certificate addresses professional development needs identified by the Nova Scotia Department of Education, and the Minister's Advisory Committee on Teacher Certification. This 30 credit- hour post-B.Ed. program will be offered on a part-time basis through a combination of summer courses and evening courses supported by on-line delivery formats. The first six courses (18 credit hours) include undergraduate mathematics courses focusing on key topics in mathematics curriculum at the target grade levels . The final four courses (12 credit hours) include graduate education courses in pedagogy, curriculum practice and instructional design, and assessment, all focused on these elements as applied to mathematics teaching. Most courses will be scheduled on weekends or evenings during the regular academic terms and in May/June. Intensive courses will also be scheduled at Acadia during July/August. Intensive courses will enable cohorts to develop a professional learning community as they complete the degree and beyond. The certificate combines undergraduate math courses in topics central to curriculum with graduate courses in education that focus on mathematics pedagogy, in order to provide you with both the content area support and the specific pedagogical knowl