West Coast Institute welcomes you to our Summer Courses and into our Waldorf Teacher Training Program
We are excited to be looking towards the summer, and have creatively planned WCI summer teacher training programs and summer courses in an online format.
As we explore new ways of connecting, learning and being together, our individual and collective wellbeing is at the heart of our planning. Using technology to bridge the space between us in these times, so that we can continue to learn together, while acknowledging that we miss each other, is the work of building this bridge.
Our Grades Teacher Training Program is accepting new applicants up to June 15.
Course Participants: will join our teacher training program in relevant sessions online, and are asked to pay an auditing fee.
Join us online this summer!
Waldorf Early Childhood Educator Training
Two Years Part Time
Entry Alternate Years
Next Intake Summer 2021
Application Deadline May 15, 2021
This two-year, part-time program is offered to those who are seeking to deepen their knowledge and understanding of what Waldorf education has to contribute to the healthy growth and development of the young child. Throughout the two years, studies in Anthroposophy and Waldorf education are interwoven with artistic and practical subjects.
Students will study books on Anthroposophy, Waldorf education and other relevant texts. The emphasis will be on understanding all aspects of child development. The artistic courses have a two-fold purpose; to enhance personal self-development and creativity, and to provide a basis for the work of the early childhood teacher. Courses in painting, eurythmy, speech, storytelling, singing, music, clay modelling, woodwork and Spacial Dynamics, amongst others, will be offered. A major aim of the training is to awaken independent thinking, ignite enthusiasm and foster creativity.
Program Details
Apply Online Now for 2021
Waldorf Grades Teacher Training
Three Years Part Time
Entry Every Year
Next Intake Summer 2021
Application for the 2020 intake has closed
This three-year, part-time program of professional Waldorf teacher education is offered to those who are seeking to teach out of an understanding of Waldorf Education and what it can contribute to children today. Throughout the three years, studies in Anthroposophy and Waldorf Education are interwoven with artistic and practical subjects.
Students will study books on Anthroposophy, Waldorf Education and other relevant texts. The emphasis will be on understanding all aspects of child development. The artistic courses have a two-fold purpose; to enhance personal self-development and creativity, and to provide a basis for the work of the class teacher. Courses in painting, eurythmy, speech and drama, storytelling, singing, music, clay modeling, woodwork and Spacial Dynamics, amongst others, will be offered. A major aim of the training is to awaken independent thinking, ignite enthusiasm and foster creativity.
Program Details
Apply Online Now for 2021
Summer 2020 Courses
The West Coast Institute for Studies in Anthroposophy, located in British Columbia, Canada, offers differing Courses each summer for Waldorf teachers and others. Look at our offerings and join us this summer!
Early Childhood Summer Courses
Heaven on Earth:
Supporting ‘Unbornness’, Birth and Early Development
in Waldorf Education
Understanding Today’s Children:
Practical Therapeutic Applications
for the Classroom
Grades Summer Courses
Grade 3 Refresher Course:
Looking into the Grade 3 curriculum
Grade 7 Refresher Course:
Looking into the Grade 7 curriculum
REVIVING with the ARTS:
Refresh your teaching by renewing yourself
West Coast Institute’s Purpose
- To serve as a Waldorf teacher training institute that provides programs and courses for individuals who wish to learn more about anthroposophy as described by the founder, Rudolf Steiner.
- To serve the world out of an anthroposophical understanding, specifically with Waldorf Teacher Training and other adult educational activities.
- To offer personal as well as community development in social, artistic, and academic realms including research and publication.
- To offer consulting and/or advisory services to other anthroposophical and related institutions within the intentions of the Society.
Early Childhood Program Director
Ruth Ker
ece@westcoastinstitute.org
250-748-7791
Grades Program Director
Lisa Masterson
grades@westcoastinstitute.org
949-220-3193
Administration
West Coast Institute for Studies in Anthroposophy
Email: info(at)westcoastinstitute.org
Tel: 604-740-0539