A brief description of the Associate Degree in Education Pathways offered at CPCE.
As the flow chart shows, CPCE offers several teacher training programmes that are designed to meet the needs of a broad category of individuals who want to become teachers. The programmes may lead to an Associate Degree in Education (ADE).
Entry Requirements
- A minimum of 5 Subject at CSEC level including Mathematics and English and the four(4) core Subjects from Grades 1-3.
Possession of a minimum of 5 SUBJECTS at the CSEC level, with Grades 1 to 3, including Mathematics and English. However, a Grade of 1 or 2 is REQUIRED in the Area of Specialization.
For specialization in subjects other than Mathematics, Information Technology, Spanish, and Physical Education, specific requirements apply:
- Science: 2 out of the 3 disciplines
- Social Studies: 2 out of the 3 disciplines
- English: must have English A AND B
- Business Studies: must have Accounts AND 1 other discipline
- Agricultural Science: must have Double Award OR Single award (grade 1) and any Science subject
- Home Economics: 2 out of the 3 disciplines
- Industrial Technology: must have Technical Drawing AND 1 other discipline
- Music: 5 CSEC subjects, Grades 1-3 including Maths, English and Music OR 5 CSEC subjects, Grades 1-3 including Maths & English with ABRSM Grade 1 OR Trinity Equivalent Certificate.
- Information Technology: 5 CSEC Subjects, Grades 1 – 2 in Information Technology OR Grades 1-3 in any Four(4) other areas, inclusive of Maths and English OR IT Diploma or Degree from a recognized institution.
- Visual Arts: A portfolio, the minimum requirements, or a certificate from the Burrowes School of Art or other recognized universities.
- A minimum of 5 Subject at CSEC level including Mathematics and English and the four(4) core Subjects from Grades 1-3
Technical Teacher’s Education (for Instructors in Technical Institutes & Industry)
- GTEE Technician Certificate Part II or portfolio that demonstrates the requisite level of competence
- 200 hours of post-industrial experience
- CSEC English or equivalent
Graduate Teacher’s Education (for teachers)
- Degree in Early Childhood or Primary Education, or specific discipline (e.g. Mathematics)
- Must be a current teacher in the system
- Must be a teacher in the Public School System
- Certificate in SCQF GOAL Programme
Health and Family life Education, Special Education Needs/Disabilities and Literacy Studies
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Health and Family Life education
Application for Admission (Apply Online)
- You will be considered a In-service candidates.
- You will be considered a Pre-service candidates.
Vice Principal and Registrar
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Ms. Kevaun
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Ms. Tyndall-Pantlitz is the Vice Principal of Curriculum and Instruction at Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE), where she oversees the planning and execution of the College’s curricula. She ensures the availability of resources, supervises departmental performance, and leads curriculum implementation. Her commitment to education and her prior leadership roles, including Head of the Education Department and Coordinator of the Early Childhood Programme, reflect her dedication to producing well-trained teachers.
