Polytechnic Teaching Program for Educators

BCIT is excited to offer the Associate Certificate in Polytechnic Teaching (POLY) program, designed for current and aspiring educators. As a premier polytechnic institute in BC, BCIT offers flexible, relevant, and future-proof education. This program is delivered by instructors with extensive experience in the field of teaching and learning. The POLY program emphasizes active and applied learning strategies, aligning with the hands-on approach valued in polytechnic education.

Who is the POLY program for?

The POLY program is designed for current and aspiring post-secondary instructors. The program is an opportunity for current instructors to enhance their teaching skills and gives aspiring instructors the knowledge and strategies to teach in an applied-skills environment. It’s also an effective way to build your resume and to make you a more competitive teaching candidate.

The POLY program can be completed in two to five years through BCIT’s Flexible Learning format (part-time). All courses are also transferable to the Provincial Instructor Diploma Program (PIDP) at Vancouver Community College (VCC), allowing program participants to further enhance their teaching credentials.

Key learning outcomes

Upon completing the POLY program, students will be equipped to:

• Develop suitable learning outcomes for courses, ensuring that the goals fit the setting.
• Apply learning theories to improve both teaching and the students’ learning.
• Design online, in-person, and blended learning environments that adapt to various learning styles.
• Apply teaching strategies using tools and technologies that meet specific goals and objectives.
• Create strategies that promote an inclusive learning environment.
• Evaluate instructional strategies to continually improve teaching methods.
• Choose assessment strategies, techniques, and feedback mechanisms that align with the learning outcomes and result in effective student evaluation.
• Create and maintain a professional development plan to stay current with trends and issues in your field and in adult learning.
• Develop habits of reflection, self-awareness, and ongoing improvement.

Take the next step in your teaching journey. The Winter 2025 term course offerings for the Associate Certificate in Polytechnic Teaching are now available. Register today.

Want to learn more about the POLY program? Attend the online info session on November 5 from 5:00–6:00 p.m.