Application Deadline: November 2, 2026
Earn Your Teaching Degree and Become a Certified Teacher
Already have an undergraduate degree, or completing one soon? York University's Consecutive Bachelor of Education (BEd) program is designed to help you take the next step toward a rewarding career in teaching. Through a combination of academic coursework, hands-on practicum experiences, and professional learning opportunities, you'll develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to teach in Ontario's schools and make a meaningful impact in students' lives.
Bachelor of Education, Consecutive (BEd) Information Session
Interested in the Faculty of Education, Bachelor of Education, Consecutive teaching certification program?
We will be hosting information sessions via Zoom online conferencing on the following dates. Please register for one of the following information sessions.
- Thursday, September 17th, 2026 @ 2:00pm
- Thursday, September 24th, 2026 @ 2:00pm
- Thursday, October 1, 2026 @ 10:00am
The session will cover the following:
- Bachelor of Education (BEd) program models
- Admission requirements for each teaching certification
- Deadlines: application and supporting documentation
- Practicum experiences
- Professional Development opportunities
Why Choose the Consecutive BEd?
The Consecutive Bachelor of Education program is for students who have completed, or are nearing completion of, an undergraduate degree and want to become certified teachers in Ontario. Over three consecutive semesters (one-year), you'll build your professional teaching practice through university courses and extensive classroom experience.
As a Consecutive BEd student, you will:
- Complete a full-time teacher education program over three semesters
- Take 15 education-focused courses that prepare you for today's classrooms
- Gain real-world experience through two school-based practicum placements
- Learn from faculty, educational leaders, and peers who are passionate about teaching and learning
- Develop the professional skills required for Ontario teacher certification
The full-time Bachelor of Education (BEd) consecutive program model features
- Duration of three semesters, from May to end of April
- 15 academic courses (45.00 credits)
- Two school-based practicum placements
- Option of applying to an off-campus location*
Applicants must hold an approved degree from an accredited degree granting institution and must present a minimum overall grade point average (on a 14-point scale) based on the final 60 credits or equivalent (10 full courses, or final two years of full-time study) in an undergraduate degree program.
Minimum GPAs for admission:
- Y10 Primary/Junior (JK to Grade 6) - GPA = A-
- Y20 Junior/Intermediate (Grade 4 to Grade 10) - GPA = B
- Y30 Intermediate/Senior (Grade 7 to Grade 12) - GPA = B
Your undergraduate degree must be completed no later than April 2027. Courses taken in Spring/Summer 2027 cannot be considered. York University Faculty of Education will request proof of graduation (or eligibility to graduate) in April 2026. There are no exceptions.
*Locations
Students in the Consecutive Bachelor of Education (BEd) model will participate in classes on the Keele campus.
Graduates of the Glendon program in French Studies may be able to apply for limited spaces with the cohort on the Glendon campus.
Please note: there are tentative plans to also offer Primary/Junior (JK to grade 6) division at the York University Markham campus. If this opportunity becomes available applicants will be able to select this location on the Supplementary Information Form.
Please be advised that programs in the Faculty of Education are delivered on campus; school placements can only be completed at partner school boards, which are located in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
PLEASE NOTE: The Bachelor of Education (BEd) is a full-time degree program that is scheduled during the day; students should be prepared to be in class and/or practicum for the full day, from Monday to Friday, with readings and assignments being completed outside of scheduled times. Personal appointments, employment and other activities should be scheduled outside these times. The degree is delivered on campus (or on the official offsite locations in Toronto as scheduled). School placements can only be completed at partner school boards, which are located in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

