GCES FAQs
Do you have questions about the Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies? Perhaps they are answered here. If not, contact us at gcesinfo@ualberta.ca - we're happy to help.
No. These certificates will enhance your skills and understanding in the particular disciplinary focus area, but they are not a path to teacher certification.
The University of Alberta offers the Internationally Educated Teachers Bridging Program for educators who have earned their teaching qualifications in a country other than Canada and are interested in acquiring certification to teach in Alberta.
A Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (GCES) provides students with up to 12 credits in advanced standing in the M.Ed. in Educational Studies program, the M.Ed. in Elementary Education or the M.Ed. in Curriculum and Pedagogy. Completion of the GCES does not guarantee acceptance into either of these programs, but if you are admitted, you will have only 6 courses remaining to complete your M.Ed..
To learn more about the M.Ed. in Educational Studies, click here or email mesinfo@ualberta.ca.
To learn more about the M.Ed. in Curriculum and Pedagogy or the M.Ed. in Elementary Education, click here or email essgrad3@ualberta.ca.