Introduction to the BC K-12 School System & Professional Standards for Educators

Introduction to the BC K-12 School System & Professional Standards for Educators

Cost: $630
Prerequisite: To take this course, you must first have received your Conditional Certificate of Qualification from the Ministry.

This non-credit online course is required for individuals who hold teaching credentials issued outside the province of British Columbia and who are pursuing a pathway to full certification as a teacher in BC.

Schedule

Duration: 11 weeks, part-time
Delivery: Online (5 classes synchronous, 6 classes asynchronous)
Dates and times: Sept 16–Nov 25, 2026 | Wednesday evenings, 6:00–9:00 PM

Eligibility

Students in this course must be pursuing their Certificate of Qualification via the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care, Teacher Regulation Branch.

To register, you must be able to provide a valid Conditional Certificate of Qualification from the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care, Teacher Regulation Branch.

Registration

If you receive a seat in this course, you will be contacted by email to arrange payment of your tuition fees. Please keep an eye on your email to ensure you receive this communication.

The same course will be offered through Simon Fraser University in January 2027. Visit SFU's website for more information.

Withdrawal deadlines: See the School of Continuing Education's refund and withdrawal schedule.

Delivery method: Online with no scheduled meeting times, Online with scheduled meeting times