Practical and Applied Arts Certificate
Program Overview
Practical and Applied Arts Certificate Program
The Practical and Applied Arts (PAA) Certificate program is currently under review, and as such, it is not accepting students until further notice. This program is designed for students who wish to teach Home Economics or Industrial Arts in elementary or secondary schools.
Program Overview
- Part-time program
- Usually completed over 2.5-3 years
- Cannot be started directly from high school
What You Will Learn
The PAA Certificate program allows students to specialize in either Home Economics or Industrial Arts. Home Economics focuses on the family unit, including ecosystems, consumerism, living environments, financial management, politics, and clothing and textiles. Industrial Arts focuses on industrial skills training, such as computer-assisted drafting, cabinetry and construction, welding, electricity and electronics, and mechanics.
Required Courses
To complete the program, students must take 10 required courses plus 2 elective courses, depending on their specialization.
Home Economics
- HED 111.3 Family Ecosystem
- HED 142.3 Consumer
- HED 222.3 Family Living Environments
- HED 223.3 Contemporary Clothing & Textile Consumption
- HED 232.3 Personal and Family Financial Management
- HED 313.3 Family & Technology
- HED 431.3 Management of Family Time & Food Resources
- HSC 120.3 or HLTH 100.3
- ECUR 340.3 Introduction to Teaching Practical and Applied Arts
- ECUR 341.3 Curriculum and Evaluation in Practical and Applied Arts
- Plus 2 elective courses chosen from a defined list
Industrial Arts
- TECH 183.3 Drafting
- TECH 187.3 Wood Fabrication
- TECH 283.3 Computer Assisted Drafting
- TECH 284.3 Electricity Electronics
- TECH 285.3 Mechanics
- TECH 286.3 Welding
- TECH 287.3 Building Construction
- ETAD 402.3 Multimedia Design and Production
- ECUR 340.3 Introduction to Teaching Practical and Applied Arts
- ECUR 341.3 Curriculum and Evaluation in Practical and Applied Arts
- Plus 2 elective courses chosen from a defined list
Why Study Here?
The University of Saskatchewan is the only institution in the province where students can access the courses necessary for certification as a teacher in Practical and Applied Arts. The program provides students with the background to assist students with an interest in attaining practical knowledge in the applied arts.
Careers
In addition to being able to teach practical and applied arts in schools, graduates will also be able to apply to the Ministry for advanced salary class standing through certificate opportunity.
Tuition Estimates
| Category | Canadian Students | International Students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,862 | $38,051 |
| Student Fees | $1,308.24 | $1,308.24 |
| Books | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Total | $10,670.24 | $40,859.24 |
College Information
The Certificate in Practical and Applied Arts is offered by the College of Education.
Admission Requirements
This program is open to:
- Current University of Saskatchewan students enrolled in a Bachelor of Education program
- Post-degree Education students who hold a Bachelor of Education degree and valid Professional 'A' Teaching Certificate
Admission is based on a special case admission review. Note that this certificate is not available to those with a B.Ed. who have previously completed a Home Economics or Industrial Arts teaching area.
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