Programs for Teachers
Certificate in the Mathematical Sciences for Education
The Certificate is intended to provide holders of a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree with a broad background in mathematics, statistics, and computing science, enabling them to teach high school mathematics courses effectively. It is not intended for teachers who have completed a major or minor in mathematics at the undergraduate level.
Teachers who complete the program will have a deep understanding of the various contexts in which their own university-bound students will use mathematics. A teaching methods course is an integral part of the program.
Teachers intending to use this program to obtain a change in classification or endorsement of their Teacher's Certificate (or other professional certification) must obtain prior written approval from the appropriate authorities (Registrar for Teacher Certification). Teachers are responsible for obtaining this approval. For more information on this opportunity, please check the Registrar's webwsite: certification.ednet.ns.ca
Admission Requirements : B.Ed. (or equivalent) required, Grade 12 pre-calculus mathematics (at least) or equivalent. Teachers must register in the program before starting any courses.
Requirements for Certificate Completion: Teachers must complete 30 credit hours. Teachers must achieve a minimum grade of C in all courses forming part of the certificate (cumulative quality point average of 2.00). All courses must normally be taken at Saint Mary’s University (with some exceptions – please contact Department of Mathematics and Computing Science).
* Where a teacher has already obtained credit for one or more of these courses (or equivalents) as part of a program leading to an earlier certification by the NS Department of Education, MATH or CSCI courses numbered 1200 or above and acceptable to the Department of Mathematics and Computing Science, may be substituted.
Detailed description of courses in this program can be found in the Saint Mary’s University 2011-2012 Academic Calendar
For further information contact Continuing Education (902) 420-5492.
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