(Foundation Entry) Post-Graduate Certificate for Internationally Trained Teachers

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Overview

Program Overview

ITT Foundation Entry is designed for applicants who have achieved a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) of 7, which is below the CLB 8 requirement for ITT Direct Entry. Students in the Foundation Entry begin their studies one semester earlier and complete two additional courses: PROS 800: Teaching & Learning in a Canadian Context and PROS 801: Preparing to Teach in Ontario. These courses focus on building the academic English and professional skills needed to succeed in an Ontario classroom.

After completing this first semester, students transition into the Direct Entry stream alongside their peers.

For details on ITT Direct Entry, please visit the program page here.

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Application

Application Requirements

Please refer to the following two scenarios to determine where you fall:

• Concurrent Education

  If your program includes both academic and teacher education courses combined (e.g., a 4-year BEd program), provided it is a combination of at least three years of academic coursework and at least two semesters* of teacher training.

  Please be advised that OCT determines the duration of teacher education coursework based on one academic year of study (the equivalent of two semesters) in a program.

• Consecutive Education

  If you have completed a post-secondary degree of three years or more and have additionally completed another program with a minimum of two semesters* of teacher training.

  Academic Requirement – Post-secondary Degree

  3 or 4-year Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent)

  Your post-secondary degree (e.g. BA or BSc) should consist of a minimum of three years of full-time study or 90 credits. It is essential that your degree is obtained from an accredited post-secondary institution. For further details, please contact OCT or refer to the OCT Registration Guide.

  Professional Requirement – Teacher Education Program

  Proof of relevant teaching education of at least 2 semesters* (e.g. BEd)

  An acceptable program of teacher education must be at least four semesters of post-secondary study. Please note that in the Canadian post-secondary system, an academic year is usually comprised of two semesters.

* Applicants with less than two years (4 semesters) of teacher training may be considered for admission under exceptional circumstances.

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For the Foundation Entry, candidates must provide proof of language proficiency through one of the tests listed below, demonstrating a level equivalent to CLB 7:

CLB Level	IELTS Academic	CELPIP	PTE Academic
CLB 7	Listening: 6.0 Reading: 6.0 Writing: 6.0 Speaking: 6.0	Listening: 7 Reading: 7 Writing: 7 Speaking: 7	Listening: 60-70 Reading: 60-68 Writing: 69-78 Speaking: 68-75

If you have a higher language proficiency, please visit our Direct Entry page here.

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Application Process

Review all information on the website	Gather all required documents	Apply on our website	Our team will review the documents	Interview scheduling	Decision issued
Carefully read through the program details, eligibility, criteria and application requirements to ensure you meet all conditions.	Collect and prepare the necessary documents, such as transcripts, identification of reference letters, as outlined on our website.	Visit our website and click the Apply Now button to begin the application process. Follow the prompts and submit your documents.	Once submitted, our team will thoroughly review your application to confirm your eligibility and that all required information is included.	If your application is complete, one of our team members will reach out to schedule an interview with you.	We will provide a decision on your application within 1 – 2 weeks following the interview.

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Required Documents

Please click "Apply Now" to access our application system. Once you submit your application, you will have 24 hours to send the required documents.

	Copy of passport	A scan of the passport information page where the passport image and personal information is shown.
	Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)	Up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the following: Education history (both academic and professional; GPA in percentage; total credits for each program and total credits for education related courses) Employment history, including names of employers, job titles, responsibilities, length, job status (i.e. full-time or part-time) Awards, achievements, and recognitions Community involvement Any relevant skills
	Academic records	3 or 4-year Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) and Proof of relevant teaching education of at least 2 semesters (Include the transcripts of ALL post-secondary institutions attended) Applicants must upload official electronic transcripts and degrees/diplomas/certificates from all post-secondary institutions attended. Ensure documents uploaded to the application system are clearly legible, accurate, and complete (upload all pages including the grading system). Illegible documents will delay the review of application. Incomplete documents will not be reviewed. Transcripts should include course names, credits, grades, grading system. Applicants must provide English translation for all non-English documents in addition to the original documents. If you have difficulty obtaining official transcripts, we will accept official records from the World Education Services (WES).
	Proof of English Language Proficiency (not applicable for all candidates)	CLB Level IELTS Academic CELPIP PTE Academic CLB 7 Listening: 6.0 Reading: 6.0 Writing: 6.0 Speaking: 6.0 Listening: 7 Reading: 7 Writing: 7 Speaking: 7 Listening: 60-70 Reading: 60-68 Writing: 69-78 Speaking: 68-75 If you have a higher language proficiency, please visit our Direct Entry page here.
	Reference letters (optional)	We suggest that applicants provide one academic reference letter and one professional reference letter to strengthen their application. Ideally, the academic recommendation should be from a university instructor and the professional recommendation should be from someone familiar with your professional work and conduct. Do not submit more than two reference letters. Extra or supplemental documents will slow down the application process. To ensure efficiency and accuracy, we request that reference letters are submitted using the official university template, which can be found below. Reference Report on Applicant - ITT- Academic - fillable.pdf Reference Report on Applicant - ITT- Professional - fillable.pdf
	Proof of formal teaching qualifications (not applicable for all candidates)	Refer to Country Specific Information to determine if you need to submit teacher certificate/license or other documents to prove your teaching qualification.

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Curriculum

Program Curriculum

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Foundation Entry Courses

• Teaching & Learning in a Canadian Context

  The Teaching & Learning in a Canadian Context course is designed to provide candidates with essential linguistic and socio-cultural foundations within the Canadian academic context. By enrolling in this course, candidates will enhance their language proficiency for teaching in Ontario and develop intercultural skills and knowledge necessary for successful academic and professional pursuits in Canada.

  This course aims to enhance candidates' language skills for teaching while fostering intercultural competence. It prepares them for the unique challenges and opportunities they may encounter as they pursue their careers in the Canadian educational landscape.

• Preparing to Teach in Ontario

  Language Support provides weekly tutorials for students enrolled in courses as part of the Internationally Trained Teacher Program. These tutorials help students improve their academic English language skills and apply them in their coursework.

  Language Support groups students with others in their area of study. Students meet weekly with qualified and experienced instructors to enhance their understanding of course and assignment expectations. They also review feedback received from course-related assignments and work on polishing their academic writing skills. Additionally, students learn about resources to support their academic success.

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Direct Entry courses

For information on the full program curriculum, please review our Direct Entry page here.

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Dates & Fees

Program Dates

May 2026 (Summer)

Program Dates	May 2026 — April 2028
Application and Document Submission Deadline	January 30, 2026
Deadline to confirm enrollment and pay the administrative fee	February 15, 2026
Visa submission deadline	April 15, 2026

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Program Fees

May 2026 (Summer) - Foundation Entry

Academic Year	Item	Payment Deadline	Amount*
First Academic Year (January 2026 to December 2026)	Administrative Fee and Enrollment Confirmation (Non-refundable unless visa application is denied)	February 15, 2026	$2,000
	Student Fees	March 1, 2026	$2,764
	Tuition Fees	March 30, 2026	$17,800
Total for First Academic Year $22,564
Second Academic Year (May 2027 to December 2027)	Student Fees	April 1, 2027	$2,500
	Tuition Fees	April 1, 2027	$6,000
Total for Second Academic Year $8,500**
TOTAL $31,064

* All fees are in Canadian Dollars.

** Fees for the second academic year are estimates and are subject to change at any time.

Failure to submit the Administrative Fee by the deadline listed above will result in a forfeiture of your seat in the program.

Please note that an additional fee of approximately CAD$100 for books will be required upon arrival.

Program fees include:

• Everything included in the ITT Direct Entry
• Two additional courses focused on building academic English foundations
• Student fees for an additional term
• University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) for an additional term

Regulations Concerning Non-Payments of Fees and Charges

Any student with an overdue debt with the University will not be permitted to register in classes or receive examination results, official transcripts, or marks reports until the outstanding account is settled in full or until an acceptable arrangement for settling the account is made by Professional Studies.

In no case will a diploma be produced and provided to a student with an outstanding debt with the University.

Payment Policy for Second Academic Year

Payment Structure & Deadlines

1. First Academic Year Fees (Includes Administrative, Student, and Tuition Fees):
   • All fees for the first academic year must be paid by their respective deadlines
2. Second Academic Year Fees (Includes Student and Tuition Fees):
   • Students must pay all second-year fees by their respective deadlines

Policy on Non-Payment of Second-Year Tuition Fees

1. Payment Deadline Enforcement
   • Students who do not meet the second-year payment deadlines will receive one reminder notice within 5 business days of the missed deadline
   • If payment is not made within 15 days after the initial reminder, the student will be considered in default of their financial obligations
2. Program Access Restrictions

   Students with unpaid second-year fees will:

   • Be unable to register for classes or access learning materials for the second year
   • Have grades, transcripts, and examination results withheld until all payments are made in full or an acceptable payment arrangement is in place
   • Not be eligible for participation in the 20-day practicum or other experiential activities until fees are settled
3. Diploma & Graduation Restrictions
   • Under no circumstances will a diploma, certificate, or official graduation documentation be issued to students with outstanding financial obligations

For more information about the Payment Policy, please reach out to professionalstdies@queensu.ca.

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Refunds for the Post-Graduate Certificate for Internationally Trained Teachers

May 2026 (Summer)

Withdrawal Date	Study Permit Rejection with IRCC rejection letter	Other Reasons
On or before April 15, 2026	Full refund	$2,000 administrative fee
Between April 16 and May 14, 2026	$2,000 administrative fee	$2,000 administrative fee $2,764 Student Fees
After May 14, 2026	No refunds will be issued, and any remaining balance of fees for the first academic year must be paid	No refunds will be issued, and any remaining balance of fees for the first academic year must be paid

• Please note that for all payments made outside of Canada, if a refund is approved, the funds will be returned to the original payment source (i.e., the individual making the payment).
• Funds will not be transferred to another institution; they will be returned to the original payer only.
• There are no refunds for the second academic year’s fees. The policy above applies only to the fees for the first academic year.

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Delivery Method

This is an on-site program that takes place at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada.

In-person delivery format refers to a method of delivering educational or training content through face-to-face interactions between the instructor and the participants. This format involves physical attendance of participants at a designated location, such as a classroom, conference center, or training facility, where they can interact with the instructor and each other in real-time. This mode of delivery allows for immediate feedback and direct engagement between the participants and the instructor, fostering a collaborative and dynamic learning experience. In-person delivery is often considered more personal and interactive than remote or online delivery methods and provides opportunities for hands-on activities, group discussions, and other forms of interaction.

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Policies and More Information

Professional Studies Program Policies

Fees, Refunds and Financial Support

Learn more about Queen’s University, the Faculty of Education and Kingston.