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.
The UBC Diploma program will satisfy the program requirements for TQS advancement, learn how.
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 Student Service Centre.
There are currently no new programs.
It may be possible to join a diploma program that is already in progress. Contact Jo-Anne Chilton, 604-822-3999 (toll-free 1-888-492-1122) to enquire.
| Program | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Home Economics Education Diploma Program (HMED) |
Abbotsford July 2010 |
This is an in-service program designed to help teachers extend and deepen their knowledge of theory and pedagogy related to teaching home economics in schools. |
The programs listed below are now finished. View on-campus diploma options by clicking on the program name.
| Program | Locations | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 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 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. |