Seeking advice on 2 online options
I am looking at becoming a teacher as a second career but unfortunately that means for my B.ed I need an online option because moving is not an option. I have come to the conclusion that these 2 following programs may be best and looking for advice, experiences, and opinions:
- University of Potsdam NY
Pros:
-Masters degree (maybe more future earnings if I understand correctly?)
-would qualify now
-seems to be the most established online route
Cons:
-super expensive
-might be more tricky to go from NY to ON Oct
-need to take qualifying exams
-longer
- University of Cape Breton
Pros:
-Only 1 year
-Canadian
-Cheaper option
-Could start earlier
Cons:
-would need to take an additional 12 credit hrs (6 in English + 6 in Math) bringing up cost and delaying start
Both would let me do my practicums near my home so that's neutral. Anything else I am missing? Is the international option typically looked down more in hiring for future jobs? Any experiences with either option?
Posted Jun 14, 2026, 12:20 PM UTC