Full-time students who are residents of Quebec and enroll in this program can apply for the Bourses Perspective Scholarship, a guaranteed $2,500 per successful term.
Do you have a passion for teaching and mentorship? Do you like working with children? If so, you may be the perfect fit for the B.Ed in Kindergarten and Elementary Education. This four-year program will allow you to gain your certification to teach children between the ages of 5 and 12 years (kindergarten and elementary school). The program consists of academic and professional courses, including studies in pedagogy and educational foundations.
Each year of the program provides a student-teaching field experience practicum, allowing you to explore classroom teaching opportunities throughout your studies. You will graduate with both the theoretical and practical experience necessary to thrive in your future career.
An undergraduate degree in Kindergarten/Elementary Education can lead you to a wide range of career options. Many graduates choose to work in occupations that focus on education, community programming, educational technology, curriculum development, and administration. Employment is available in many types of establishments. You can work in public and private schools, community organizations, recreation centres, educational technology start-ups, and government.
You could become a professional:
Students in this program are supported by course instructors, advisors, and administrators in the Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE) as well as the Office of Internships and Student Affairs (ISA). In addition to being a part of a department that fosters a sense of community and mentorship, students also can benefit from the resources and events organized by the Education Undergraduate Student Society (EdUS).
As a Kindergarten and Elementary Education student, you can take courses like:
Students who are interested in this program are often interested in:
For this program, you'll need to apply to the Faculty of Education.
Check the full admission requirements for information about deadlines and whether supporting documents are required as part of your application.