
Learn the latest techniques, methodologies, and approaches to teaching in vocational and trades training contexts.
What you will learn
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Design, deliver and evaluate adult learning and teaching reflecting various vocational instructional approaches.
- Create and manage a positive and engaging vocational learning environment that promotes respect for the diversity of learners.
- Act in an ethical and professional manner when working in an adult vocational education setting.
- Integrate critical reflection and self-regulated learning into personal and instructional practices
- Demonstrate and promote critical thinking skills as a professional.
What to expect
Instructional strategies may include interactive lecture, presentations, assignments, guest speakers, discussions, group work, field trips, case studies.
Courses may be offered in online, face-to-face, and blended formats.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
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English language proficiency at an English 11 level
- Applicants will be required to have:
- Trade certification and be currently teaching or preparing to teach in a vocational setting, or
- Receive departmental approval
General
- This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International.
- Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free in academic upgrading, university transfer or English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses.
Recommended Characteristics
Students should have:
- a willingness to participate in a wide variety of instructional strategies, both face-to-face and online
- the ability to work independently and with others
Courses
*Code | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
TRAI 3001 | Industry Training Authority Fundamentals | 1 |
TRAI 3002 | Trades Specific Facilitating Learning | 2 |
TRAI 3003 | Assessment and Evaluation of Vocational Training | 2 |
TRAI 3004 | Trades Specific Student Engagement Techniques | 2 |
Total Credits | 7 |
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
- This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International.
- Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free in academic upgrading, university transfer or English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses.
Apply now
Please contact the School of Instructor Education at 604.871.7000, ext. 7488 or emailing sie@vcc.ca to apply.
For more information, read the participant handbook.
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