EPLT works with Faculty of Education departments and school districts to deliver off-campus professional development diploma programs in BC school districts. These programs provide teachers and others with specialized coursework for advancement in positions and in TQS categories.
Teachers who complete their 30–credit UBC diploma may apply to the Teacher Qualification Service for a qualification upgrade.
EPLT also provides support to the Institute for Early Childhood Education & Research (IECER), which offers a Diploma for Infant Development & Supported Child Development Consultants.
The UBC Diploma in Education is designed as an in-service program for qualified teachers and others working in educational situations. Diploma programs are open to all qualified teachers who hold an acceptable degree from a recognized university. No particular degree standing is required. The Diploma in Education is a 30-credit UBC-conferred post-degree diploma. Below is a list of off-campus diploma programs.
Students are reminded that upon completion of all diploma requirements they must make formal application for the award of the diploma. Graduation procedures and deadlines can be found at the Student Service Centre.
For information on off-campus programs, contact EPLT at (604) 822-2013 (toll-free 1-888-492-1122) or email eplt.educ@ubc.ca.
| Program | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Early Years Education Diploma (VSB) | Vancouver | The UBC Early Years Education Diploma (EYED) program is comprised of ten 400 level courses (30 credits). The majority of the courses in this Diploma are Early Childhood Education (ECED) courses, however, the program allows for students to incorporate elective courses in related fields. |
The off-campus programs listed below are now finished. View on-campus diploma options by clicking on the program name.
| Program | Location Served | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Home Economics Education Diploma Program (HMED) | Abbotsford | This is a self-paced program designed to help teachers extend and deepen their knowledge of theory and pedagogy related to teaching home economics in schools. Students may apply for admission at any time. |
| Secondary Education Diploma Program | Vancouver and Surrey | This cohort program is designed for school adult educators who are currently employed and looking for an opportunity to upgrade their qualifications for secondary school certification. |
| Diploma in Teacher-Librarianship | Kamloops, Burnaby, Kelowna | The Diploma in Teacher-Librarianship is designed for teachers interested in becoming teacher-librarians in school library resource centres in British Columbia. |
| Diploma in Special Education | Langley and Surrey |
The Diploma in Special Education is designed to provide a basic foundation in the field of Special Education with the choice of electives allowing for specialization, as needed. |