Temporary Certificate program ends on December 31

The Temporary Certificate program ends on December 31, 2023, in accordance with provincial legislation. Eligible teacher candidates who have already applied for a Temporary Certificate, or were interested in applying, should instead apply for a Transitional Certificate when applications open on August 30, 2023. For more information about the Transitional Certificate, please visit our FAQs.

College members who currently hold a Temporary Certificate remain eligible to teach in Ontario’s publicly funded schools until their certificate’s expiry date, as long as they maintain their membership in good standing. For information about converting a Temporary Certificate to a general Certificate of Qualification and Registration, please visit our FAQs.