Certificate in International Baccalaureate Education Program Details

In our Certificate in International Baccalaureate Education program, you'll deepen your knowledge of the curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, and implementation of IB programs at the elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Total credits

8

Finish in as few as

16 weeks

Courses

• International Baccalaureate Foundations and Frameworks (TEAC771)

  Consideration of the International Baccalaureate philosophy, given students’ world view. In depth personal reflection and practice regarding an inquiry mindset. Consideration of principles of learning, curriculum structures, and assessment practices that support International Baccalaureate programming.

  4 credits

• International Baccalaureate Pedagogy and Programme Development (TEAC772)

  Development of expertise in Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), or Diploma Programme (DP). Integration of student’s worldview and International Baccalaureate Programming. Detailed focus on feedback and assessment as it supports teaching and learning processes.

  4 credits

Flexibility

Take the certificate courses as a stand-alone program or use the credits as a concentration in Bethel’s M.A. in Education K-12 program.

Recognized by the IBO

Bethel's Certificate in International Baccalaureate Education is recognized by the International Baccalaureate Organization, making students who successfully complete it eligible for the International Baccalaureate in Teaching and Learning granted directly by IB.