Frequently Asked Questions
If you're considering a career in teaching, this FAQ page is designed to answer your most common questions about CMU’s Bachelor of Education program. From application details to practicum expectations, we’re here to help you navigate your journey to becoming an inspiring educator.
Who is eligible to apply to the BEd after-degree program?
Applicants must hold an approved undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution and have a minimum 2.5 adjusted grade point average (AGPA) in the most recent 60 credit hours of study. The BEd is a competitive program, and meeting the minimum GPA requirement does not guarantee you a spot in the program.
I am unsure whether my undergraduate degree is from a recognized post-secondary institution. Am I eligible to apply to the BEd after-degree program?
Talk with your Admissions Counsellor to find out if the post-secondary institution you attended is eligible. If you are not eligible to apply directly into the BEd after-degree program, you should apply at CMU to begin a bachelor's degree (BA, BBA, BSc, BMus, BMT, BSW). After applying and providing official transcripts, CMU will assess your previous studies and transfer in approved courses toward your degree.
I completed by undergraduate degree outside of Canada and the United States. Am I eligible to apply to the BEd after-degree program?
Applicants educated internationally will need to verify their degree is equivalent to a Canadian bachelor's degree. Please follow the procedures found here.
Do I need to have a specific undergraduate degree to apply?
The bachelor's degree must be a minimum of 90 credit hours but does not need to be in an area typically associated with Education. All CMU undergraduate degrees (BA, BBA, BSc, BMus, BMT, BSW) are eligible as are bachelor's degrees from other recognized schools.
My degree will not be conferred until after the start of the BEd program. Am I eligible to apply.
No. All courses required for your degree must be completed by the end of April. Your degree must be conferred by June 15, prior to the start the BEd program.
Do I need to complete teachable requirements or specializations in my first degree?
Teachable requirements/specializations are not required for admission to the program. Students considering teaching in high school should take courses in their teaching area(s) of interest. Students considering teaching in early or middle years should consider courses in a variety of areas including mathematics, the sciences, English, history, and courses in their teaching areas of interest.
The admission requirements to CMU's BEd program may differ from the admission requirements to other BEd programs in Manitoba. If considering applying to programs at other institutions, ensure you research the requirements at those institutions.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is February 1.
Late applications will be accepted until April 1 if there are still spots available in the program.
What kind of work/volunteer experience is required?
Prior experience working with children or youth (paid or volunteer) is required. The experience may be in a formal classroom setting or in another setting teaching or mentoring children. This experience is crucial for demonstrating an applicants' ability to work effectively with children.
Is there an interview or additional admission process?
The application package (AGPA, references, personal statement, experience) will be scored and ranked. A select number of applicants will be invited to interview for a spot in the program. The interview with the Education Admissions Review Committee will be 20 minutes in duration. Applicants invited to interview will be provided the interview questions in advance.
Is a criminal records check required as part of the application to the program?
A criminal records check is not required at time of application. All applicants who are accept an offer of admission to the program are required to provide the following by August 1:
- Criminal records check (including vulnerable sector screening)
- Child Abuse Registry Check
Applicants will not be able to proceed in the BEd program until the documents are received, and the applicant is cleared. The fee for these documents in the responsibility of the applicant.
How long is the program?
The BEd program is 16 months long, beginning in August and concluding the following December.
Can I study part time?
No. The BEd program is designed as an intensive, accelerated program. All students in the program are required to take a full course load.
After completing this program, where will I be certified to teach in Canada?
Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to receive teacher certification in Manitoba. Graduates will need to apply to the Manitoba Certification board to receive certification.
The Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) allows teachers certified in one province or territory to be recognized as qualified for teaching by all other provinces and territories. If intending to teach in another province, graduates will need to apply for certification in that province.
What career opportunities will I have after graduating?
Graduates are qualified to teach in public and independent schools. Graduates may also pursue opportunities in educational administration, curriculum development, special education, or international teaching positions.