Overview
Our Principal's Qualification Program (PQP) is organized into 12 modules, six in Part 1 and six in Part 2. The modules incorporate the five domains of the Ontario Leadership Framework and Personal Leadership Resources. This Additional Qualification (AQ) program is developed based on the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) PQP guidelines. The expectations are met through online learning and face-to-face interaction between the candidates, facilitators and guest presenters.
PQP Modules |
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PQP Part 1 ModulesModule 1: The Role of the Principal Module 2: Equitable and Inclusive Schools Module 3: Management and Leadership Module 4: Pedagogical Leadership Module 5: Inclusive Education Module 6: Co-creating Safe Schools In accordance with the requirements set by the OCT, part one will consist of 125 hours. PQP Part 2 ModulesModule 7: The Changing Role of the School Leader Module 8: Co-creating and Inclusive School Module 9: Building Professional Capital Module 10: Evidence-based Decision Making Module 11: Building Relationships with Parents and the Community Module 12: Supporting Wellness and Well-Being In accordance with the requirements set by the OCT, part two will consist of 125 hours. PQP Hybrid Program Hours for Part 1 or 2
PQP Online Program Hours for Part 1 or 2
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Program Pre-work and Canvas Access |
Program Pre-work
There is pre-work that will need to be completed in advance of the program start date. You will receive an email with access to our Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) approximately one week before the start date. It is important that you follow the instructions and access the LMS to review the pre-work learning expectations. The pre-work includes an equity, diversity and inclusion module as well as program-specific tasks designed to help candidates to reflect and prepare for productive conversations and participation. Program Resource Access All program content and Learning Management System access will be available to candidates beginning approximately one week in advance of the program and will remain active four weeks after the end of the program. Following this period, candidates will no longer have access to assignments, conversations, resources or other content related to the program. Please be sure to save any information that you would like to retain during the timeframe that you have access to the LMS as extensions to program access will only be granted under special circumstances, as approved by the Registrar or Director of Professional Learning. |
Practicum
The Leadership Inquiry Practicum (LIP) is a required component of the PQP. Candidates must develop a LIP proposal in part one and successfully complete the LIP experience before being considered complete part 2.
Practicum Information |
The Leadership Inquiry Practicum (LIP) is a required component of the PQP. It is a collaborative inquiry guided by the Ontario Leadership Framework for Principals and Vice-principals. It is intended to provide an opportunity for candidates to facilitate a team in a leadership role working with students, staff, parents and the community.
The LIP must apply to a school setting and be mentored by a practising qualified principal or vice-principal. The duration of the LIP will be a minimum of 60 hours, of which 20 hours could be observation. Candidates identify a specific LIP informed by the PQP content and the Ontario Leadership Framework for Principals and Vice-Principals and a problem of practice in a school setting. Candidates must develop a LIP proposal in part one and successfully complete the LIP experience before being considered complete part 2. The deadline for successful completion of the practicum is three years after the date of completion of Part 1. Any submissions after that date will be subject to a late fee of $150 and may require the submission of a new practicum proposal. If a candidate takes Part 2 with a provider other than OPC, it is the candidate's responsibility to request that OPC forward their practicum confirmation form to their Part 2 provider. If a candidate takes Part 2 with OPC and Part 1 with a different provider, it is the candidate's responsibility to request that their practicum confirmation form be forwarded to OPC. |
Admission Requirements
PQP Part 1 Admission Requirements |
With the amendment to regulation 184 s44, candidates applying with a master's degree or half master's are required to submit a transcript of these programs to OPC for evaluation prior to the PQP start date to determine if the amended pre-requisites have been met.
If you have an outstanding qualification that is not posted on your OCT certificate, you will need to submit a Conditional Admission Form (for part 1 candidates) verifying completion of the outstanding qualification. |
PQP Part 2 Admission Requirements |
If you completed the PQP Part 1 with another provider and your PQP Part 1 qualification is not currently recorded on your OCT certificate, you will need to submit a Conditional Admission Form (for part 2 candidates) verifying completion of the PQP Part 1. |
Program Fee
$995.00 per part (includes a $50.00 non-refundable registration fee)
Candidates may be eligible for a tax receipt.
Practicum Subsidy
$300 subsidies are available for eligible practicums. Please view our Special Education for School Leaders Project for detailed information, eligibility criteria or to apply.
Upcoming Sessions
Registration deadlines are firm. Sufficient enrolment is required to run board specific cohorts. * All times are communicated in EDT or EST.
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A $50.00 non-refundable registration fee will apply.
Your application will not be confirmed until you have paid. To avoid delays and potential cancellation, we strongly recommend that you pay when you apply.
It is the responsibility of the candidate to investigate the internal processes of each PQP provider, as they may differ.
If you have any questions, please email pqp@principals.ca
Terms and Conditions
Academic Integrity and Engagement |
All candidates participating in our Additional Qualification Programs must review and comply with our academic integrity and engagement guidelines. |
Refund Policy |
A full refund is available if you cancel up to two weeks before the start date, less a $50.00 non-refundable registration fee.
A $250.00 refund is available if you cancel one week before the start date. There are no refunds for cancellations after the start date. A full refund applies when a session is cancelled due to low enrollment. |
Professional Learning Goals and Principles |
OPC's Professional Learning Goals and Principles |
Interpretation Services Terms and Conditions |
The Ontario Principals' Council® (OPC) is committed to accommodating the individual needs of our Members, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Once a candidate has registered and paid the applicable registration fees for a program, the OPC will contract with an interpretation service of its choosing and will cover the fees and expenses related to interpretation services in accordance with its contract arrangements with the interpreter. The candidate is welcome to provide a list of preferred interpreters for us to consider, but OPC retains the discretion to choose the provider of these services.
As the OPC is required to comply with the cancellation policy specific to each independent interpreter, it will communicate the cancellation policy to the program candidate in writing. A candidate seeking to cancel their participation in an OPC program must comply with the interpreter’s cancellation policy and be respectful of the associated timelines. Candidates will be held responsible for cancellation fees applied as a result of missing timelines for cancellation. OPC’s standard refund policy will also apply to all cancellations. |
Master's Dimension
The Master's Dimension (MD) program is available if you plan on completing the PQP part 1 and PQP part 2 through the OPC and want to pursue a master's degree.
For more information visit our MD overview.
PQP Required Reading
Required Text Books |
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Frequently Asked Questions
I would like to take the PQP but my qualification is not posted to OCT |
If you have an outstanding qualification that is not posted on your OCT certificate, you will need to submit a Conditional Admission Form verifying completion of the outstanding qualification.
Part 1 Conditional Admission Form Part 2 Conditional Admission Form
Conditional Admission Form instructions: Part A is to be completed by the Instructor or someone from admission, confirming your successful completion. Part B is completed by us at OPC. Part C is completed by you. This form can be uploaded to your file when completed. OPC requires the form prior to the PQP start date. |
Verification of Teaching Experience |
Verification of teaching experience ONTARIO (5 years minimum):
As part of the application process, you are required to provide adequate proof of 5 years teaching experience. Once you register you will be prompted to forward an email to the contact at your board who would verify your teaching experience. Once they receive the email from you, they can complete the form to verify that you have met these requirements. OPC will receive an automatic email confirmation upon completion of the form and your file will be updated to reflect that this requirement has been met. *If you are not sure of the person in charge of verifying your teaching experience, please enquire with your board directly. A Principal may NOT confirm your experience. A Superintendent must sign off on all experience.
Verification of teaching experience PRIVATE SCHOOL or FIRST NATIONS AUTHORITY (5 years minimum): If you work at private school your experience must be verified on official school letterhead and signed by a Superintendent. A Principal can NOT sign off on your experience. For a teacher employed by a private school or First Nations education Authority in Ontario, the supervisory Officer is the Ministry of Education official appointed to provide supervisory services for the school authority. Contact the Field Services Branch at the Ministry of Education at 416-325-1981. We will review the letter and the experience and let you know if it meets the admission requirements.
Verification of INTERNATIONAL teaching experience: Yes, international experience is acceptable. All international experience must be verified on official school letterhead and written by the headmaster of where you were teaching or its equivalent. We will review the letter and the experience and let you know if it meets the admission requirements. You must have been qualified to teach in that jurisdiction for the experience to be applicable. The OCT has a helpful page regarding teaching experience: |
Applying with a Masters degree or a half Masters |
Anyone applying to PQP1 using a masters degree or a ½ masters is required to submit a copy (scan is fine, original not needed) of their transcript to OPC for evaluation. The Ontario College of Teachers will also require a copy to ensure the pre-requisite is met. |
Why should I take the PQP with the OPC? |
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Payment |
Candidates are required to pay for the PQP during the registration process.
If payment is not been received you will be sent an email with a link to complete your payment. Please complete your payment within 4 days otherwise your application to the program will be cancelled. |
Auditing the Program |
Auditing the Program |
Program Tax Receipt |
When logged in to the OPC website go to "profile" at the top right. Click on “program tax receipts” then select the appropriate year. You can then print your tax receipt. |
It is a priority for us to develop, provide and support a variety of relevant, accessible and locally customized professional learning opportunities, based on diverse Member needs, feedback and job demands. For those looking to offer this program in your board, we can customize most of our programs and learning sessions to the unique characteristics of each district upon request.