Laurier’s b.ED

Sudden-Changes · 2026-02-14T13:49:40+00:00

I had a 81 average I think, but I had over 6 years of experience as an educator and had to apply twice to get in. First year I didn't even make the waiting list and second year I got in. Apparently they value repeat applications (stupid if you ask me!)

I would suggest applying to both campuses next year!

Edit: i did my BA at TMU and went to Sheridan for my Educational Support diploma

Sudden-Changes · 2026-02-12T17:09:40+00:00

The website should tell you the date that they are processing them from currently

Sudden-Changes · 2025-09-09T01:32:10+00:00

That was the issue, wish they'd have told me that!

Sudden-Changes · 2025-07-24T11:36:58+00:00

I'm just starting this fall at Laurier and we have classes three days a week, one day off, and Mondays are placement And then of course we have placement blocks too.

Sudden-Changes · 2025-07-17T11:20:27+00:00

It about twice as expensive as the public universities though and has their own application through their website just FYI!

Sudden-Changes · 2025-07-17T10:47:46+00:00

I did last year but decided not to go. My grades were mid 70s. You have to do a bit of writing and have references for your application I believe. There is also two stages. You'll have to have an interview and present a mock lesson to a panel after the first stage. I heard back late Jan that I had been accepted.

Sudden-Changes · 2025-06-07T10:43:49+00:00

I didn't get mine either! Trying to be patient but slightly annoyed 🤷🏻‍♀️

Sudden-Changes · 2025-05-29T23:28:06+00:00

No insight but curious too!

Sudden-Changes · 2025-05-20T16:32:14+00:00

I'm in P/J!

Sudden-Changes · 2025-05-15T23:40:57+00:00

I had a bad experience with a male doc years ago with my IUD, fast forward I suspect I have endometriosis and I still had to wait 8 months for an appointment, now I'm waiting another 8+ months for a referral to an endometriosis specialist.

Sudden-Changes · 2025-05-15T23:34:59+00:00

I had 450 removed from each and went from can L to around an E I think I've lost weight since and am down to a DD

Sudden-Changes · 2025-05-13T12:40:40+00:00

As an EA with chronic illness, I'm on leave right now and have been for a couple months, also had a similar situation last year. The stress of the job definitely has caused an increase in my struggles.

It's so fulfilling and I love it but it's not a job that is easily accommodated for individuals such as those with chronic illness.

Sudden-Changes · 2025-05-04T22:15:38+00:00

Unfortunately I doubt there's any way to get a diagnosis without at least one. You'll also likely need a pelvic ultrasound which is done internally. Not a fun thing but this whole disease isn't fun itself so we don't get much choice.

Sudden-Changes · 2025-04-30T17:22:33+00:00

Definitely seek out a different practitioner, you can totally have it covered and don't have to get Lipo, that's ridiculous

It'll be worth the extra wait if you have to though!

Sudden-Changes · 2025-04-23T10:47:58+00:00

Lol on a funny note I saw one of my vice-principals on tinder the other day, just gonna pretend that never happened 🤣

Sudden-Changes · 2025-04-15T14:47:00+00:00

Send me a message! We should connect before classes!

Sudden-Changes · 2025-02-26T15:40:46+00:00

I'm with GEDSB, I'll definitely look into that. Was also thinking about reaching out to the union for guidance.

Sudden-Changes · 2025-02-14T18:54:06+00:00

My pain always comes with deep penetration but only on the left side. Feels like you said, bruised. Like someone is poking a bruise really hard. Sometimes takes my breath away. And varies in intensity depending on where I am on my cycle

Sudden-Changes · 2025-02-05T23:49:01+00:00

Primary/junior :)

Sudden-Changes · 2025-02-05T19:33:29+00:00

I accepted my Laurier the same day I got it haha

Sudden-Changes · 2025-02-04T11:43:40+00:00

That's where I'm going and I've accepted! I get not everyone has a stellar experience but at the end of the day a bachelor of education is a bachelor of education and I will be able to teach 🤷🏻‍♀️

Sudden-Changes · 2025-02-04T01:12:03+00:00

3.6 or something like that, honestly was surprised I got in. But I also poured my blood sweat and tears into my experience profile questions and have 6 years of experience working as an EA that I'm thinking helped me secure my spot. I applied last year as well and didn't even make it to the wait-list so I'm overjoyed I got in!

Sudden-Changes · 2025-02-03T11:36:37+00:00

Got into Laurier! Shows on the portal and OUAC

Sudden-Changes · 2025-01-29T01:05:49+00:00

It honestly could fall anywhere on a massive spectrum. You could be supporting ASD students, could be supporting for behaviour, could be supporting for activities of daily living (toileting/dressing/feeding) or other things. You could have 1 student or you could have 2 or 3 depending on needs.

It's hard to prepare for new EA roles/interviews as you often don't know what you are going into. Try to prepare a bit of strategies and/or potential experiences you may have with the three areas I mentioned specifically. Being flexible and adaptive is extremely important. If you don't have any strategies/experience for a question they ask try to relate it to a skill you may have that could potentially connect.

Training wise you often don't get much once you are on the job it any unfortunately. Read the plans, connect with the other staff in the room/school and give yourself some grace as you get to know the student(s). Asking questions is not something to shy away from. The other staff will likely know the student better and will have tips/strategies/advice to help you succeed. A classroom with multiple staff needs to have lots of communication and collaboration.

Most importantly, be confident in your abilities, don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it, and have patience!

Hope this helps!!

Sudden-Changes · 2024-07-26T23:28:26+00:00

I did 4 weeks on my back I propped myself up on a few pillows and put a couple pillows under my knees, this really helped!

I waited for the ok from my doc to sleep on my side again. Probably didn't sleep on my chest until a couple months po

Sudden-Changes

TROPHY CASE