Thinking of Becoming a Teacher? OISE of the University of Toronto Supports International Students Along the Way

Are you thinking about becoming a certified teacher? You should explore the one-year Bachelor of Education program at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto. Our program leads to a recommendation for teacher certification which is respected world-wide. You can return home after only one year -- as a Canadian qualified teacher with a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Toronto!

Why Choose OISE? At OISE and the University of Toronto, we support our students

OISE is one of the largest teacher education programs in Canada in terms of enrolment and services available. At OISE, we offer professional and career development opportunities for students as they engage in academic and professional learning to become a teacher. In addition, our students have access to all of the services and resources of the University of Toronto as well as a broad range of leisure and competitive activities to support students in healthy and active lifestyles.

Here’s a selection of how OISE and the University of Toronto supports our international students:
- International Perspectives Award for Teacher Education
In recognition of the contributions international students make to enrich the learning environment for all students in our program, the Ontario Institute for Studies In Education of the University of Toronto is pleased to offer the International Perspectives Award for Teacher Education.
For the 2013-14 academic year, five awards of $1,000 each will be made to five international students on Study Permits admitted to the OISE Consecutive Bachelor of Education program.
Applications become available after admission. Interested applicants must submit an application for this award.

The University of Toronto’s Centre for International Experience
To help make your experience with us here at OISE and the University of Toronto a successful one, the Centre for International Experience offers many services and supports throughout the year.
The CIE offers: immigration counseling; reception and orientation events; international student advising and employment counseling. The Centre for International Experience (CIE) also brings you a wide range of cultural events, social events and activities designed to offer you a taste of Canadian and world cultures.
Make sure the CIE is your first stop on campus, and make sure you visit them often throughout the year.
More about the Centre for International Experience: http://www.cie.utoronto.ca/

Specialized Services Provided by the OISE Student Services As you start on your path to becoming a teacher, our own OISE Student Services supports you from beginning to end, and even beyond graduation.

They offer a broad range of personal support and employment services to enhance the intellectual, personal, professional, and career development of our students. Here’s a selection of some of our services:
- Workshops
- Employment Preparation Conference
- Teacher Employment Preparation Centre
- OISE Student Success Centre

Need to Know What Our Students Are Saying About OISE?

Our students have benefitted immensely from OISE’s Bachelor of Education program -- read what they have to say in Meet our Students.

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Applications for international students are open. More about OISE and international students can be found at:
Becoming a Teacher in Canada: Information for International Students.