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Course Description

The Primary Basic Additional Qualification course focuses on educating the active, curious primary child in Kindergarten to grade 3. We begin our exploration with who the primary child is and some key characteristics and pedagogues (e.g. play, inquiry). We continue by building our instructional toolbox for the primary classroom including strategies for assessment and planning and explore program considerations for the various Ontario curriculum areas. Through conversation, reflection, inquiry and active exploration in a variety of settings (individual, small group, large group), we will build on the understanding we each bring to the learning community and extend our understanding as a collective. The online sections of this course offer convenient, supportive, and flexible access, enabling time to read, reflect, respond and develop new skills and knowledge. Candidates work individually and in groups on assignments, presentations and projects. Ongoing constructive and supportive feedback to group and individual assignments enhances this interactive teaching and learning environment.

Prerequisites

Certificate of Qualification:
Must be a registered member of the Ontario College of Teachers.

Post-Secondary Education:
Must hold an acceptable post-secondary degree or equivalent qualifications.

Recommendations

Successful completion is a final grade of C-

Upon successful completion of the course, a recommendation will be sent to the Ontario College of Teachers.

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Section Title
Primary Basic
Type
Online
Dates
May 15, 2025 to Jun 19, 2025
Total Hours
125.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
AQ/ABQ Fee for OISE Teacher Education Grad '25 non-credit $559.00 Click here to get more information
PK12 Course Fee non-credit $749.00 Click here to get more information
Instructors
  • Anne McCann
Section Notes

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: May 8, 2025 AT 11:59 P.M. EST - LATE REGISTRATION BEYOND THIS DEADLINE MAY BE AVAILABLE IF SPACE PERMITS.

This session will run for 5 weeks. Your learning will take the form of in-depth online discussions, readings, videos as well as group and/or individual assignments in a facilitator paced asynchronous course.

Learners will be expected to engage in approximately 25 hours of learning per week for a total of 125 hours:

  • 100 hours online learning (asynchronous, but facilitator-led and paced into modules)
  • 25 hours assignments and independent study

Note:

  • Once registered, please visit the Learner Portal to submit your course application and any related documents by the registration deadline (we recommend doing so from a computer for the best user experience)
  • Requests for withdrawal, transfers and refunds must be made ahead of course start dates. You can find our withdrawal, refund and transfer policy under Policies & Guidelines
Section Title
Primary Basic
Type
Online
Dates
Jul 10, 2025 to Jul 31, 2025
Total Hours
125.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
AQ/ABQ Fee for OISE Teacher Education Grad '25 non-credit $559.00 Click here to get more information
PK12 Course Fee non-credit $749.00 Click here to get more information
Section Notes

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: July 3, 2025 AT 11:59 P.M. EST - LATE REGISTRATION BEYOND THIS DEADLINE MAY BE AVAILABLE IF SPACE PERMITS

This session will run for 3 weeks. Your learning will take the form of in-depth online discussions, readings, videos as well as group and/or individual assignments in a facilitator paced asynchronous course.

Learners will be expected to engage in approximately 42 hours of learning per week for a total of 125 hours:

  • 100 hours online learning (asynchronous, but facilitator-led and paced into modules)
  • 25 hours assignments and independent study

Note:

  • Once registered, please visit the Learner Portal to submit your course application and any related documents by the registration deadline (we recommend doing so from a computer for the best user experience)
  • Requests for withdrawal, transfers and refunds must be made ahead of course start dates. You can find our withdrawal, refund and transfer policy under Policies & Guidelines
Section Title
Primary Basic
Type
Online
Dates
Aug 07, 2025 to Aug 28, 2025
Total Hours
125.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
AQ/ABQ Fee for OISE Teacher Education Grad '25 non-credit $559.00 Click here to get more information
PK12 Course Fee non-credit $749.00 Click here to get more information
Section Notes

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: August 1, 2025 AT 11:59 P.M. EST - LATE REGISTRATION BEYOND THIS DEADLINE MAY BE AVAILABLE IF SPACE PERMITS

This session will run for 3 weeks. Your learning will take the form of in-depth online discussions, readings, videos as well as group and/or individual assignments in a facilitator paced asynchronous course.

Learners will be expected to engage in approximately 42 hours of learning per week for a total of 125 hours:

  • 100 hours online learning (asynchronous, but facilitator-led and paced into modules)
  • 25 hours assignments and independent study

Note:

  • Once registered, please visit the Learner Portal to submit your course application and any related documents by the registration deadline (we recommend doing so from a computer for the best user experience)
  • Requests for withdrawal, transfers and refunds must be made ahead of course start dates. You can find our withdrawal, refund and transfer policy under Policies & Guidelines
Section Title
Primary Basic
Type
Online
Dates
Sep 18, 2025 to Nov 06, 2025
Total Hours
125.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
AQ/ABQ Fee for OISE Teacher Education Grad '25 non-credit $559.00 Click here to get more information
PK12 Course Fee non-credit $749.00 Click here to get more information
Section Notes

Deadline to register: September 11, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. EST - late registration beyond this deadline may be available if space permits.

This session will run for 7 weeks. Your learning will take the form of in-depth online discussions as well as group and individual assignments.

Learners will be expected to engage in approximately 18 hours of learning per week for a total of 125 hours:

  • 100 hours online learning (asynchronous, but facilitator-led and paced into modules)
  • 25 hours assignments and independent study

Note:

  • Once registered, please visit the Learner Portal to submit your course application and any related documents by the registration deadline (we recommend doing so from a computer for the best user experience)
  • Requests for withdrawal received by the registration deadline will receive a refund. Requests made after this date will require further review. You can find our withdrawal, refund and transfer policy under Resources » OISE CPL Registration Policies
Section Title
Primary Basic
Type
Online
Dates
Oct 23, 2025 to Dec 11, 2025
Total Hours
125.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
AQ/ABQ Fee for OISE Teacher Education Grad '25 non-credit $559.00 Click here to get more information
PK12 Course Fee non-credit $749.00 Click here to get more information
Section Notes

Deadline to register: October 16, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. EST - late registration beyond this deadline may be available if space permits.

This session will run for 7 weeks. Your learning will take the form of in-depth online discussions as well as group and individual assignments.

Learners will be expected to engage in approximately 18 hours of learning per week for a total of 125 hours:

  • 100 hours online learning (asynchronous, but facilitator-led and paced into modules)
  • 25 hours assignments and independent study

Note:

  • Once registered, please visit the Learner Portal to submit your course application and any related documents by the registration deadline (we recommend doing so from a computer for the best user experience)
  • Requests for withdrawal received by the registration deadline will receive a refund. Requests made after this date will require further review. You can find our withdrawal, refund and transfer policy under Resources » OISE CPL Registration Policies
Section Title
Primary Basic
Type
Online
Dates
Jan 15, 2026 to Mar 05, 2026
Total Hours
125.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
AQ/ABQ Fee for OISE Teacher Education Grad '25 non-credit $559.00 Click here to get more information
PK12 Course Fee non-credit $749.00 Click here to get more information
Section Notes

Deadline to register: January 8, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EST - late registration beyond this deadline may be available if space permits.

This session will run for 7 weeks. Your learning will take the form of in-depth online discussions as well as group and individual assignments.

Learners will be expected to engage in approximately 18 hours of learning per week for a total of 125 hours:

  • 100 hours online learning (asynchronous, but facilitator-led and paced into modules)
  • 25 hours assignments and independent study

Note:

  • Once registered, please visit the Learner Portal to submit your course application and any related documents by the registration deadline (we recommend doing so from a computer for the best user experience)
  • Requests for withdrawal received by the registration deadline will receive a refund. Requests made after this date will require further review. You can find our withdrawal, refund and transfer policy under Resources » OISE CPL Registration Policies
Section Title
Primary Basic
Type
Online
Dates
Mar 05, 2026 to Apr 23, 2026
Total Hours
125.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
AQ/ABQ Fee for OISE Teacher Education Grad '25 non-credit $559.00 Click here to get more information
PK12 Course Fee non-credit $749.00 Click here to get more information
Section Notes

Deadline to register: February 26, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EST - late registration beyond this deadline may be available if space permits.

This session will run for 7 weeks. Your learning will take the form of in-depth online discussions as well as group and individual assignments.

Learners will be expected to engage in approximately 18 hours of learning per week for a total of 125 hours:

  • 100 hours online learning (asynchronous, but facilitator-led and paced into modules)
  • 25 hours assignments and independent study

Note:

  • Once registered, please visit the Learner Portal to submit your course application and any related documents by the registration deadline (we recommend doing so from a computer for the best user experience)
  • Requests for withdrawal received by the registration deadline will receive a refund. Requests made after this date will require further review. You can find our withdrawal, refund and transfer policy under Resources » OISE CPL Registration Policies
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