Indigenous Bachelor of Education
Indigenous knowledge and perspectives are at the core of this unique B.Ed. program. The first of its kind in North America, Trent’s Indigenous B.Ed. provides a platform for self-identified First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Indigenous students to become exceptional future educators. By developing a deeper understanding of and connection to Indigenous cultures, languages, and knowledge, you’ll learn to be a creative and conscious K-12 educator. Students of this fully accredited, concurrent, five-year program develop the tools they need to teach in any urban, rural, First Nation, Métis, Inuit (FNMI), or public school environment. Successful graduates will receive their Ontario College of Teachers Certification, enabling you to teach anywhere in Ontario.
Degrees Offered:
- B.Ed.
Locations:
- Peterborough
Resume Boosters:
- Get teaching experience in classrooms through practicum placements working alongside Indigenous educators or within an Indigenous community
- Experience Indigenous learning firsthand through unique events and resources at Trent, such as the Elders and Traditional Peoples Gathering, medicine gardens, and cultural programming
- Expand your communication skills by learning Mohawk or Anishinaabemowin languages, using these language skills to connect with students in your classrooms
"What better way to advocate for our youth than be a teacher; they’re our next-generation chiefs, bankers, and teachers."
Career Paths:
Featured
Elementary School Teacher
Elementary school and kindergarten teachers teach basic subjects such as reading, writing and arithmetic or specialized subjects such as English or French as a second language at public and private elementary schools.
Career Opportunities
- Teacher
- Counsellor
- Government Worker
- Policy Officer
- Educational Consultant
- Indigenous Education Advisor
- Training Consultant
- Educational Publisher
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
Program Requirements:
- Self-identify as Indigenous and must have 70% average in six 4 U/M credits including ENG 4U (60% minimum for this course)
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