Alert:OCTs must pay their annual membership fee by April 15, 2026 to maintain good standing status. Pay your AMF.
The Ontario College of Teachers licenses, governs and regulates the province’s teaching profession in the public interest and to protect students. All publicly funded school teachers and administrators in Ontario must be licensed by us and be Ontario Certified Teachers (OCT).
The College regulates the teaching profession to protect students. Teachers in Ontario’s publicly funded elementary and secondary schools must be certified by the College, keep their membership in good standing, and follow the profession’s ethical and practice standards.
Explore everything related to your Ontario College of Teachers certification, including how to pay your annual fees, keep up to date with the College, and stay informed about ongoing professional learning.
You must apply to be certified by the Ontario College of Teachers and remain in good standing to teach in Ontario’s publicly funded elementary and secondary schools.
The College provides information and resources to support Ontario Certified Teachers (OCTs), applicants and education system partners to strengthen the teaching profession and promote student safety.
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Celebrating the arts
The College showcases the work of Ontario student artists in our Toronto office and on our Facebook page. The current exhibit features the talent of Grade 9 visual arts students from Mayfield Secondary School in Caledon.
View the online exhibit.
Looking for an AQ course?
Thinking about taking an Additional Qualification course? The College adds accredited AQs to your teaching certificate. It’s easy to find an accredited AQ with the College’s online search tool.
Find an accredited AQ now.
Charity golf tournament
Tee up at the College’s annual golf tournament supporting scholarships for new teachers. This year’s event will be June 17 at Sleepy Hollow Country Club.
Register now.
Would you like a free signed copy of CBC’s Amanda Lang’s new book, The Power of Why? Like us on Facebook for your chance to win.
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