College of the Rockies (COTR) is holding information sessions on September 25 for those interested in earning a Bachelor of Education degree in Cranbrook.

The first session will begin at 4 p.m. followed by a second session at 6 p.m.  Both sessions will take place in Room 205 at the college’s Cranbrook main campus and are open to potential students as well as parents.

Held in partnership with the University of Victoria, the East Kootenay Teacher Education program allows students to complete all four years of the Bachelor degree program at College of the Rockies’ main campus.  Upon completion of one year of University Studies courses, students apply to become UVIC students for the remainder of the program but continue to attend classes at the Cranbrook main campus.

East Kootenay Teacher Education program coordinator Sandi Lavery says, “Students in the Teacher Education program acquire the knowledge, skills and practical experience they need to be eligible to apply for a teaching certificate in B.C. or in other provinces and countries. The program incorporates inquiry-based and project-based learning which is currently in high demand in the schools.”

“The majority of our graduates find work quickly after completing the program.  Many are employed in the northern part of the country while others have found work locally,” Lavery continues.

While attendees of the information session enjoy refreshments, representatives from COTR will be on hand to discuss program details, financial aid, prerequisites and admission requirements. College of the Rockies’ $30 application fee will be waived for anyone who attends the information session and applies to take University Studies courses at the college for the winter, spring or fall 2014 semesters.

For more information call 250-489-8243 or email: [email protected] or go to: www.cotr.bc.ca/teacher-education/

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