Program type
Course-based
Teaching of Higher and Continuing Education
(C-TEACH) (Grad.Cert.)
Primary campus
Sir George Williams (SGW)
Duration
1 year
Credits
15 credits
Start term
Fall
Experiential learning
Internship
Program overview
This program will provide you with the opportunity to:
- Explore basic principles of how people learn, so you can design and deliver courses that best facilitate learning
- Develop foundational skills in planning course syllabi (outlines), assessments of learning, and linking specific learning experiences and assessments with broader course objectives
- Discover practices that facilitate learning and build your confidence as an instructor, whether you’re teaching online or in a more traditional classroom
- Receive supportive and helpful feedback and guidance on your proposed lessons and, for those who participate in the internship, actual classroom experiences from the faculty mentors
Also, for those completing the internship, prepare a portfolio of your work that showcases your qualifications to potential employers.
Program structure
Degree Requirements
Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 15 credits. Students earn the certificate by completing the two micro-programs:
- Micro-program in the Foundations of Teaching in Higher and Continuing Education (9 credits)
- Micro-program in the Practice of Teaching in Higher and Continuing Education
Please see the Certificate in the Teaching of Higher and Continuing Education (C-TEACH) Courses page for course descriptions.
Teaching of Higher and Continuing Education Graduate Certificate (15 credits)
Micro-Program in the Foundations of Teaching in Higher and Continuing Education (9 credits)
Micro-Program in the Practice of Teaching in Higher and Continuing Education (6 credits)
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Admission requirements
Admission Requirements
- Current status as a graduate degree student or earned master’s degree.
- Minimum CGPA of 3.00 on scale of 4.30 (or equivalent in last completed degree).
- Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to work as an instructor. Language proficiency requirements are: IELTS: a minimum overall score of 6.5 with at least a 7.0 each on the component scores for speaking and listening; and TOEFL: minimum overall score of 92 with 25 each on the component scores for speaking and listening. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on requirements and exemptions.
Application process
Application deadlines
FALL
June 15
WINTER
n/a
SUMMER
n/a
Priority will be given to complete applications submitted by the deadline. In some cases, programs may continue to accept applications as long as there is space available.
International students: Considering the waiting period involved in meeting the entry requirements to Canada and Quebec, we strongly encourage international applicants to apply early and submit supporting documents prior to the deadline.
Tuition & funding
Tuition and fees
Tuition and fees of the program may depend on your student status, among other key factors. Estimate these costs based on the most common situations.
Awards and funding
Funding packages are generally available for students in thesis-based programs. Course-based students may be eligible for a number of donor awards, and may consult with their department for program-specific opportunities.
Out-of-province students
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