Post-Graduate Certificates
Our Post-Graduate Certificates allow you to enhance your expertise in a specific area of education. Credits from a Post-Graduate Certificate can be used for advanced standing into a Graduate Diploma or Professional Master of Education via our laddered SAGE Graduate Program.
Ontario Post-Graduate Certificates
Each post-graduate certificate program consists of 5 AQ / ABQ courses (4 required and 1 elective) accredited by the Ontario College of Teachers. Each certificate focuses on an area of education that's relevant to Ontario teachers. Our courses reflect Ontario Ministry of Education policies, OCT regulations, and current research-driven theory and are written and taught by highly experienced educators from across the province.
Ontario Post-Grad Certificate - First Nations, Metis and Inuit Studies
Ontario Post-Grad Certificate - Principal's Qualification Program
Ontario Post-Grad Certificate - Reading & Literacy
Ontario Post-Grad Certificate - Special Education
Ontario Post-Grad Certificate - Teacher Leadership
Ontario Post-Grad Certificate - Teaching English Language Learners
Ontario Post-Grad Certificate - Teaching Mathematics
Ontario Post-Grad Certificate - Technology in Teaching
Session Details
| Session | Dates | Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2022 | Sep 26, 2022 – Dec 02, 2022 | Sep 23, 2022 | Open |
| Fall/Winter 2022 | Nov 07, 2022 – Feb 10, 2023 | Nov 04, 2022 | Open |
| Winter 2023 | Jan 23, 2023 – Apr 07, 2023 | Jan 20, 2023 | Open |
| Late Winter 2023 | Feb 20, 2023 – Apr 21, 2023 | Feb 17, 2023 | Open |
Fall 2022
- Dates: Sep 26, 2022 – Dec 02, 2022
- Deadline: Sep 23, 2022
- Status: Open
Fall/Winter 2022
- Dates: Nov 07, 2022 – Feb 10, 2023
- Deadline: Nov 04, 2022
- Status: Open
Winter 2023
- Dates: Jan 23, 2023 – Apr 07, 2023
- Deadline: Jan 20, 2023
- Status: Open
Late Winter 2023
- Dates: Feb 20, 2023 – Apr 21, 2023
- Deadline: Feb 17, 2023
- Status: Open
Registration will remain open until 4pm EST on the posted registration deadline date.
Advanced Standing in the Specialized Applied Graduate Experience (SAGE) Program
Queen’s University Faculty of Education has designed the SAGE program as a customizable graduate experience, with the inclusion of three different credentials within one program. SAGE is a course-based, fully online program, allowing you to explore diverse topics, expand your resume and experience, and grow as a professional. Students who complete the SAGE program will receive a Post-Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Professional Master of Education.
To be considered for advanced standing and continue in the program, submit a written request and a copy of your completed certificate to edonline@queensu.ca at the time of your application to the program. You can download the Advanced Standing Request Letter here. You can then apply through the School of Graduate Studies website. The application includes an online form and step-by-step instructions for setting up your account.
Information regarding the SAGE program, can be found on the Faculty of Education website or contact us at sage@queensu.ca.
Online and Interactive
Queen’s Faculty of Education has been a leading provider of online professional development courses for teachers for more than 15 years. Our success is based on the overwhelmingly positive response of Ontario teachers to online professional development.
We recognize that dynamic online learning experience require meaningful interactions with instructors and other course candidates. At Queen’s, you will learn online with up to 15 education professionals from across British Columbia, sharing ideas and feedback. Readings, assignments, discussions, and a rich array of teaching resources are all available online to participants.
