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| School | Selkirk College | | |
| Location | Castlegar, BC, Canada | | |
| School Type | College | | |
| School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 2,800
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| Degree | Associate | | |
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| Length | 2 Year(s) | | |
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| Prerequisites Notes | Admission to the program requires the completion of English 12 with a grade of "C" or better or written permission of the Instructor and School Chair. Other prerequisites depend on the electives chosen to complete the program and should be determined with the advice of a Selkirk College counsellor. If you are a student who lacks the admission requirements, you may still gain entry to the program by taking a combination of upgrading and university courses in your first year. This may extend the length of your program. | | |
| Cost |
This cost estimate is for Year 1 of the program. Compulsory fees are included. | | |
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| Description | With two years of courses from your associate degree, you'll be well on your way to completing your bachelor with most or all of the admission requirements for entry into third year at BC universities. Plus, after you graduate with your bachelor degree, you can come back to the West Kootenays and complete your bachelor of education in the West Kootenay Teacher Education Program (WKTEP) delivered by the University of British Columbia.
Take this program if you love connecting with young minds and having the chance to be part of shaping their future. With a career in education your valuable contributions lead to the next generation's success - and your own. It's a win for everyone. Blending subjects like history, geography, English literature and mathematics, your two years of study will sufficiently prepare you for third year entry into a bachelor degree program. Our instructors work alongside you to ensure you get the best education possible, just like you'll do when it's your turn at the blackboard.
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*We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.