bachelor of education degree in primary & secondary

COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, SCIENCE AND EDUCATION
PASSLEY GARDENS, P.O. BOX 170, PORT ANTONIO, PORTLAND
(876) 993-5377.993-5558; 423-9278 Fax: 993-5559
Email: [email protected] Website: www.case.edu.jm
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION DEGREE
IN PRIMARY & SECONDARY
Programme Philosophy
The Bachelor of Education Degree in Primary and Secondary Education is designed to train individuals to teach in the
primary and secondary schools depending on their area of specialization. It also prepares students to develop their abilities to reflect and analyze their practice and make appropriate judgments in the classroom for the benefit of
learning.
Duration
Four years by normal duration and a minimum of three semesters for persons with a Diploma in Teaching or an
Associate Degree.
Entry Requirements
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Five (5) CSEC or O’level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and 3 Social Science subjects
Diploma in Teaching
Associate Degree in a specialized area
Mode of Study
The Bachelor of Education Degree is offered full-time for persons entering with CSEC subjects. The programme is
also offered part-time for persons upgrading from a Diploma in Teaching or a specialized Associate Degree.
Programme Structure
The Bachelor in Education Degree is structured to prepare educators for the early childhood, primary, and secondary
levels. The programme provides a mixture of:
 General Education courses
 Professional Education Courses
 Specialized Courses in various areas
Courses Include:
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Communication
Citizenship
Health & Family Life Education
Educational Technology
Child & Adolescent Development
Classroom Management
Strategies of Teaching & Learning
Philosophy of Education
Introduction to Environment & Sustainable Development
Literature Appreciation
You are invited to apply now!!!