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Bachelor of Education (BEd) - Technological Education

Shape the Future of Technological Education

Ontario needs more qualified technological education teachers — and the demand is growing. York University’s Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Technological Education prepares you to teach one of ten broad-based technology subjects while earning your degree and professional qualifications.

Why Choose This Program?

Combine your expertise with your passion for teaching

Build on your Certificate of Qualification, Advanced Diploma, or Applied Degree while earning your BEd

Meet a growing demand

Technological Education teachers are in high demand across Ontario’s secondary schools

Enjoy a rewarding and stable career

Teaching offers excellent job security, professional growth, and comprehensive benefits

Expand your career possibilities

Your BEd can also lead to opportunities in corporate training, apprenticeship instruction, and workforce development.

Be an ambassador for your trade

Bring your real-world experience into the classroom and inspire the next generation of innovators and makers.

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The B.Ed technological education program equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to teach in high schools across the province. It’s also designed to encourage trade professionals to combine their passion for their sector with their desire to teach.

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Program Overview

The Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Technological Education is a full-time, professional degree program. Students are engaged five days per week, combining coursework at York’s Keele Campus with school-based placements.

Class schedules typically run from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Graduates will be qualified to teach Grades 9 to 12 (Intermediate–Senior level) in one of the following technological subject areas:

  • Communication Technology
  • Computer Technology
  • Construction Technology
  • Green Industries
  • Hairstyling & Aesthetics
  • Health Care
  • Hospitality and Tourism
  • Manufacturing Technology
  • Technological Design
  • Transportation Technology

Note: For eligible students, Technological Education may be taken as one teachable subject at the Intermediate–Senior level, with the option to add a second teaching subject.

Program Options

The Consecutive B.Ed. program is open to individuals who meet one of the following criteria:

  1. Hold a recognized three-year Advanced Diploma in a technology field related to the Technological Education curriculum, with a minimum “B” average and two years of related work experience.
  2. Hold a degree in a technology field from a recognized college or university, with a minimum “B” average and two years of related work experience in the same field.
  3. Hold a degree in any field and five years of work experience in a relevant technological area, with a minimum “B” average.
  4. Hold a Certificate of Qualification in a related technology field (in good standing with the Ontario College of Trades), with two years of related work experience.

Applicants are encouraged to contact the Office of Student Services at osp@edu.yorku.ca or 416-736-5001 for guidance on eligibility and aligned trades.

The Concurrent B.Ed. program is open to current York University students pursuing a degree in a related technology field.

Applicants must have a minimum of two years of relevant work experience prior to graduating with the B.Ed.

Note: For eligible students, Technological Education may be taken as one teachable subject at the Intermediate–Senior level, with the option to add a second teaching subject.

How To Apply

All applications are submitted through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) or Teacher Education Application Service (TEAS).

  • Consecutive B.Ed. in Technological Education: Apply by December 1, 2025
  • Concurrent B.Ed. in Technological Education: Contact osp@edu.yorku.ca for application details

Learn more about applying with special consideration through York’s Access Initiative.

Please note: The program is delivered on York’s Keele Campus or at approved off-site locations in Toronto. School placements are arranged through partner school boards in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) only.

Connect with Us
Faculty of Education, Office of Student Services
osp@edu.yorku.ca
416-736-5001

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We hosted two information sessions via Zoom online conferencing in October 2025.  We have recorded a session for those who could not join us.