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Course Description

The Nurturing Sustainable Leadership Professional Learning Fellowship (PLF) is a program for experienced school and education leaders who want to improve their skills as innovative and effective leaders in K-16 education. 

Based on the Ontario Leadership Framework introduced by OISE Professor Kenneth Leithwood in 2006, this Fellowship helps leaders develop strategies and tools to tackle challenges, plan and direct school improvements, support their teams, and align resources with their vision and goals to boost student achievement and build strong teams. 

The program is cohort-based, meaning you'll learn alongside peers in a flexible and inquiry-focused environment. You'll be guided by a facilitator and supported by experts in residence as you create your leadership development plan. 

The program is designed in a cohort-based peer-to-peer flexible and inquiry-oriented environment where you will be guided by a facilitator and supported by experts in residence as you go about developing your leadership roadmap.

Learner Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this Professional Learning Fellowship, you will be able to:

  • Develop a plan to apply your leadership style in a way that guides, motivates, and manages people, resources, and school environments. 
  • Create strategies to set and communicate a shared vision and mission, including both short-term and long-term goals for school improvement and student success. 
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, staff, and the community. 
  • Plan and understand different aspects of a school's environment, and work with partners, resources, and staff to create a collaborative and safe school culture. 
  • Set performance indicators to track progress, timelines, and budgets, and report on accountability. 
  • Foster a growth and innovation mindset in the workplace, supporting staff development and achievement. 
  • Develop and assess instructional strategies and curriculum. 
  • Incorporate social justice and anti-racism into all areas of school leadership and team dynamics. 

Notes

The course requires a computer with a camera, headphones/speakers, microphone, and high-speed internet to access OISE course materials and other resources. 

Please note: OISE Master of Education candidates in the Educational Leadership & Policy Program can take Phase One as elective LHA1060 and Phase Two as elective LHA1061. Candidates wishing to pursue this optional route will be required to obtain the approval of Dr. Karen Acton, Program Coordinator for the Educational Leadership & Policy Program. Admission into the Education Leaders Program is separate from the Master of Education Program, and is contingent on the approval of OISE Continuing and Professional Learning.

For more details about the Educational Leadership & Policy Master's degree, contact the department of Leadership, Higher & Adult Education. 

Prerequisites

OCT Certified Educator Education Professional (Non-OCT)

Complete Phase One of the Education Leaders Program

OR

Complete Part 1 of the Principal's Qualification Program from any accredited AQ provider.

Submit an approved Practicum Proposal. 

 

3. An approved Practicum Proposal.

 

4. As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a self-reflection questionnaire, which will serve as a preliminary reflection about your Leadership Practicum.

The Nurturing Sustainable Leadership fellowship program is for experienced education professionals interested in leading schools and organizations in innovative and effective ways. 

Requirements: 

  • At least five years of progressive work experience showing growth and increased responsibility.
  • Complete a self-reflection questionnaire and submit an up-to-date CV as part of the application. 
  • Be interested in pursuing an in-depth, self-directed inquiry. 

Common professions include:

  • Domestic and International Teachers
  • Administrators
  • Aspiring Principals
  • School Leaders
  • Teacher Leaders
  • Governance Members in International Schools 

Recommendations

OCT Certified Educators: course 1 of 1 towards the Principal’s Qualification Program, Part 2. 

Education Professionals (Non-OCT): course 1 of 1 towards the OISE CPL Master Certificate of Completion. 

OCT Certified Educator Program Outcome  

Education Professional (Non-OCT) Program Outcome 

Phase Two: Principal’s Qualification Program, Part 2. 

This will be reflected on your OCT Certificate of Qualifications.

You will also receive the OISE CPL Master Certificate of Completion from the University of Toronto.  

Phase Two: OISE CPL Master Certificate of Completion from the University of Toronto. 

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Nurturing Sustainable Leadership
Type
Online
Dates
Sep 11, 2025 to Dec 18, 2025
Total Hours
125.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
PLF Course Fee non-credit $1,298.00
Section Notes

Deadline to Apply: SEPTEMBER 2 2025, at 11:59 PM EST.

Registration in this course requires an "Approved" application - please be sure to submit your application by the stated deadline. 

Learning within the program will take the form of facilitated self-directed exploration, online discussions and virtual seminars. Fellows will be expected to engage in approximately 7-9 hours of learning activity per week for a total of 125 hours.

There will be six (6) Seminar Sessions taking place synchronously over Zoom. It is highly recommended that you attend most, if not all sessions. A preliminary draft schedule of the Seminar Session dates/times will be made available in the weeks leading up to the Fellowship start date. Please be advised that the dates/times of the Seminar Sessions may subject to change, based on facilitator & learner availability. The dates/times will be discussed once the Fellowship begins, to further align as a cohort.

Note:

  • Click "Apply Now" to begin your course application - you will be prompted to create or login to your OISE CPL learner account.
  • If approved, you will receive a direct link to register for the course. Please note that payment is required in full in order to complete your registration.

Withdrawals and Refunds:

  • Requests for withdrawal received before the program start date will receive a full refund
  • Withdrawals requested within seven (7) days of the course start date will receive a 50% refund, less a $300 administrative fee
  • Withdrawals requested seven (7) days after the course start date will not receive a refund
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