1. Bachelor of Education Degree in Aboriginal Adult Education
Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre
Brock University

2. Toronto Council Fire Toronto Council Fire is located at the corner of
Dundas Street East and Parliament Street.

3. About Council Fire
Council Fire has been serving Toronto’s Aboriginal community for over 30 years…
Vision Statement
Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre is an autonomous vibrant cultural agency that involves and serves the Aboriginal community with confidence for and commitment to, their well-being
Mandate
To provide counseling material assistance and other direct services to Aboriginal people to encourage and enhance spiritual and personal growth

4. Programs & Services Child & Family Sector Youth Sector Health Sector
Prenatal Nutrition (0-6 mos.) Family Nurturing (6 mos. – 6yrs)
Youth Sector
Little Embers (7-15 yrs) Akwego (7-12 yrs at risk)
Wasa Nabin
( yrs at risk)
Health Sector
Life Long Care; Aboriginal Healing & Wellness; Urban Aboriginal Healthy Living
Counseling Unit/Gathering Place
Counseling; Drop In; Meal Program; Food Bank

5. Education Sector Goal Statement
Programs & Services
Education Sector Goal Statement
The Education Sector facilitates life long learning for community members aspiring to achieve a greater quality of life…

6. Education Sector Literacy & Basic Skills Academic Upgrading
Creative Explorations; Self Management/Self Direction; Photography 
Media Literacy
Academic Upgrading
Math; Basic Computers; Communications
Career & Personal Exploration; Mature Student Exam Preparation
Carpentry Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Microsoft Office Specialist

7. The BEd Program in Aboriginal Adult Education

8. The BEd Program in Aboriginal Adult Education
Beginning January 2011, Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre will be hosting the Ontario Aboriginal Adult Education Course being offered by Brock University.
The Ontario Aboriginal Adult Education course is designed for individuals from the Aboriginal Community or people who would like to work within the community, and wishing to obtain their certification in teaching.

9. The BEd Program in Aboriginal Adult Education
The course will be offered at Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre (439 Dundas Street East) bi-weekly on Fridays from 6-9PM and Saturdays from 9AM – 4:30PM.
Each day will begin with a smudge and
healing circle…

10. The BEd Program in Aboriginal Adult Education
Five Core Courses:
1 ADED 4F84: Aboriginal Teacher Development (Jan – Apr)
2 ADED 4F85: Curriculum Theory Design in Aboriginal Education (May – July)
3 ADED 4F86: Instructional Strategies (Sept. – Dec.)
4 ADED 4F87: Aboriginal Leadership Issues (Jan. – Apr.)
5 ADED 4F88: Aboriginal Teacher Development (May – July)

11. This Program is for you if you are currently working with, or would like to work with Aboriginal Adults in the areas of…
Education
Employment Counseling
Community Services
Program Development
Health
Training

12. The BEd Program in Aboriginal Adult Education
Program Features:
Advanced standing for existing Native institute diplomas,
university degrees and college diplomas.
Community-based education; study in your own community on a part time basis.
Courses developed in co-operation with top Aboriginal and mainstream educators throughout Turtle Island.
Trained Aboriginal Facilitators who will work with you and your fellow learners throughout the program.
Culturally specific support
A degree that is recognized by our communities as well as the mainstream.
This program does not lead to an Ontario Teachers Qualification.

13. The BEd Program in Aboriginal Adult Education
Each course costs $1,050.00
full course costs $5,250.00
Completion of Course leads to certification or Bachelor of Education designation if student already has a Degree.
Time Line (5 semesters over 18 months)

14. For More Information Contact: Diane Simone – Coordinator
Joan McDougall - Coordinator
Tel: (416) ex 246
Fax: (416)

15. For More Information
For more information visit Brock University’s Website at:
or contact:
Judith Knight
Program Recruiter
Tecumseh Centre for
Aboriginal Research & Education
ext. 4574

16. Thank you
Thank You