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You must be certified by the College and keep your membership in good standing to teach in the province’s publicly funded elementary and secondary schools. Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) is a professional designation entrenched in law.

The College serves the public interest by regulating the teaching profession to protect students. Our mandate is defined by the Ontario College of Teachers Act, 1996 and other provincial legislation.

The College is responsible for accrediting all pre-service and in-service teacher education programs that are offered in Ontario.