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  3. Temporary Certificate

The Temporary Certificate program ends on December 31, 2023, in accordance with provincial legislation. Applications for Temporary Certificates closed on August 15, 2023. Eligible teacher candidates who were interested in applying for a Temporary Certificate should instead apply for a Transitional Certificate when applications open on August 30, 2023.

How is the Temporary Certificate different from any other certificates issued by the College?

  • use the OCT designation
  • teach in Ontario’s publicly funded schools
  • access the member’s account
  • use College resources, such as the library

They are also bound by the Standards of Practice and Ethical Standards of the profession and relevant legislation.

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