Bachelor of Education - Secondary

About this programme

The Bachelor of Education Secondary Program is a two-year, 60-credit after-degree program, which includes 26 weeks of practicum. The Secondary route is a specialized program that prepares graduates with the essential skills, knowledge, and attributes for teaching grades 7-12. Graduates of our program are described by our school district partners as mature, confident and hardworking individuals who are committed to helping their students succeed. In addition to the strong knowledge, skills and attributes expected of teachers, the program provides opportunities to understand the philosophy, spirituality and profession of teaching in Catholic and non-Catholic settings. Upon successful completion of the program, students will earn a Bachelor of Education degree (BEd) and will be recommended for teacher certification in Alberta. Graduates from the After-degree Program Secondary Education program will develop strong skills in the following aspects: Work cooperatively with others; understand group dynamics; presenting information in an effective manner; write clearly; negotiate with others; and mediate conflict. Present lessons in a comprehensive manner; provide one-to-one help; explain concepts clearly; assess proficiencies and recommend alternative strategies for learning. Link specific issues to broad concepts; identify key issues in decision-making or problem solving; weight alternatives and identify solutions; formulate questions relevant to clarifying a particular problem, topic, or issue; and research topics and present findings to groups.