Program Details

Page last updated Sept. 23, 2026.

The Faculty of Education at Laurier inspires inquiry, inclusion and innovation to cultivate diverse learners and leaders for sustainable, thriving communities. We are committed to engaged research, inclusive approaches, innovative teaching strategies and meaningful connections with our students and school partners.

As a graduate of Laurier's Bachelor of Education program, you will be knowledgeable, highly skilled and confident as you begin your teaching career. We welcome you to join us in this journey to a challenging yet rewarding career in education.

Dynamic Classroom Experience

Our Education faculty members love teaching and learning! It’s evident in the dynamic way they conduct their programs and learning seminars. Our classes are engaging and interactive!

There are many program elements that respond to global competencies such as critical thinking, communication, collaboration, creativity and innovation, and problem-solving. The integration of varied technologies within course content enables you to select and use the most appropriate technologies for teaching and learning. Indigenous content and ways of knowing permeate all of our courses. All of this learning comes to life in four blocks of practical experience in classrooms and other teaching contexts.

Learn From the Best

Laurier’s learning environment helps each of our Teacher Candidates to succeed. You'll enjoy a favourable student-to-instructor ratio in dynamic courses and professional learning seminars. You'll receive constant support and instruction from our talented and committed faculty members and associate teachers, fostering your future success.

Program and Format Structure 

Courses are organized by semester so that Teacher Candidates move across the three terms from building foundational knowledge related to teaching, to more complex understandings and applications.

Each program of study (Primary/Junior and Junior/Intermediate) includes foundation courses, methods courses for all curriculum subjects and practicum courses. Throughout the program, you will build a deep understanding of teaching, learning and assessment in each curriculum area and learn how to integrate instruction and assessment across curriculum areas to prepare for your future. 
 
Our courses provide an intentional, specialized focus on equity and diversity, mental health, Indigenous topics in education, special education and English and multi-language learners, which are embedded throughout the program.

Technology

Technology is an integral part of teaching and learning in our program. You will have access to current and emerging technologies for your own learning and instruction at your school sites. Current technology is introduced across courses and within research projects.

Professional Teaching Sessions

An introduction to the teaching profession will establish the professional nature of the program and how this differs from an undergraduate program. You will meet other teacher candidates and instructors in the program, participate in interactive team-building activities, tour the campus and learn about other resources available to you at Laurier. There will be Professional Practice Days included in the program to learn more about the professional career of teaching.

Career Preparation and Mentoring

Laurier’s Career Centre provides support for all our graduates through mentoring, resumé building, mock interviews and other services that will help you prepare for future employment. You'll also have the opportunity to network with your peers and to attend professional development seminars on topics of interest to you.