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- Certificate (Cert.) Education for First Nations and Inuit (60 credits)
- Certificate (Cert.) Indigenous Language and Literacy Education (30 credits)
- Certificate (Cert.) Middle School Education in Indigenous Communities (30 credits)
- Certificate (Cert.) First Nations and Inuit Educational Leadership (30 credits)
- Bachelor of Education for Certified Teachers - Elementary Education: Indigenous Education (90 credits)
- Certificate (Cert.) First Nations and Inuit Student Personnel Services (30 credits)
Programs for First Nations and Inuit
The following programs are offered in Indigenous communities for First Nations and Inuit teachers by Æ»¹ûÒùÔº's Faculty of Education.
Information may be obtained by contacting:
- Office of First Nations and Inuit Education (OFNIE), Faculty of Education
- 3700 McTavish Street, Room 244
- Montreal QC H3A 1Y2
- Telephone: 514-398-4527
- Website: www.mcgill.ca/dise/ofnie
For details about the First Nations and Inuit Studies Option within the Bachelor of Education Kindergarten and Elementary program, see Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) - Kindergarten and Elementary Education - First Nations and Inuit Studies (120 credits).
Certificate (Cert.) Education for First Nations and Inuit (60 credits)
This 60-credit program provides an opportunity for Algonquin, Cree, Inuit, Mi'gmaq, Mohawk, and Naskapi people to become qualified as teachers. It is offered on a part-time basis in Indigenous communities throughout Quebec in collaboration with, for example, the Cree School Board, the Kativik School Board and various Mi'gmaq, Mohawk, Algonquin and education...
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Education for First Nations and Inuit (60 credits).
Admission to the Certificate in Education for First Nations and Inuit
Admission to the Certificate in Education for First Nations and Inuit
Those intending to complete the program offered in cooperation with the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq must be fluent and literate in Inuktitut/Inuinnaqtun. Fluency in Algonquin, Cree, Mi'gmaw, Mohawk, or Naskapi is not a condition for acceptance for applicants from these communities, but is considered an asset. Courses are available in some of these languages for those teaching in immersion classes and other teaching situations where a knowledge of the first language is essential.
An applicant will normally be employed as a teacher or as a classroom assistant, have a valid teaching authorization from the appropriate teaching authority or a community education committee, be recommended by the school principal and an officer of the education authority, be recommended by a local community education committee, and be at least 21 years of age. Younger applicants will be considered for admission if they hold a Grade 12 Secondary School Diploma or a Diploma of Collegial Studies. The right of final decision for acceptance of candidates rests with Æ»¹ûÒùÔº.
Certificate (Cert.) Indigenous Language and Literacy Education (30 credits)
This 30-credit program is designed for Algonquin, Cree, Inuit, Mi'kmaq, and Kanienkehaka (Mohawk) students who wish to gain a deeper understanding of their Indigenous language, especially in its written form. It is aimed mainly at those who will be teaching their Indigenous language. ...
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Indigenous Language and Literacy Education (30 credits).
Admission to the Certificate in Indigenous Language and Literacy Education
Admission to the Certificate in Indigenous Language and Literacy Education
Students admitted to this program will be recommended by their communities. If the program is used for professional development, students will be Indigenous teachers employed in local schools. They must be mature students, or hold a Secondary V diploma or equivalent. The right of final decision for acceptance of candidates rests with Æ»¹ûÒùÔº.
Certificate (Cert.) Middle School Education in Indigenous Communities (30 credits)
This 30-credit program focuses on developing the particular skills and abilities required of the Indigenous teacher in the middle school of his/her community. It does not lead to provincial certification. Rather, it prepares Indigenous teachers, who are bilingual or have some knowledge of their Indigenous language and who have already established themselves as...
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Middle School Education in Indigenous Communities (30 credits).
Admission to the Certificate in Middle School Education in Indigenous Communities
Admission to the Certificate in Middle School Education in Indigenous Communities
Applicants will normally have completed or be completing their B.Ed. for Certified Teachers. It is strongly recommended that they have some competence in their Indigenous language as indicated by the successful completion of at least two language courses. For those applying with degrees from other universities, additional courses may be required to match the Æ»¹ûÒùÔº B.Ed. for Certified Teachers profile. As the program and courses will be delivered in the partnership communities, applicants must be recommended by their school boards or teaching authorities. The right of final decision for acceptance of candidates rests with Æ»¹ûÒùÔº.
Certificate (Cert.) First Nations and Inuit Educational Leadership (30 credits)
The 30 credit Certificate in First Nations and Inuit Educational Leadership will focus on the following 5 objectives: (1) developing the core competencies of educational leaders; (2) fostering a self-reflective leader able to partner with parents to create community outreach; (3) cultivating awareness of the holistic learning and developmental cycles of the child...
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) First Nations and Inuit Educational Leadership (30 credits).
Admission to the Certificate in First Nations and Inuit Educational Leadership
Admission to the Certificate in First Nations and Inuit Educational Leadership
Students admitted to this program will be recommended by their communities. They must be mature students (21 years of age), or hold a Secondary V diploma or equivalent. Students must speak, read, and write fluently the language of instruction as agreed upon between the unit and the Indigenous School Board or Education Centre. For Nunavik applicants, students must have experience in a Nunavik educational or community organization. The right of final decision for acceptance of candidates rests with Æ»¹ûÒùÔº.
Bachelor of Education for Certified Teachers - Elementary Education: Indigenous Education (90 credits)
This 90-credit program is designed for teachers who are already certified to teach in elementary schools and who wish to earn a Bachelor of Education degree. Normally, a minimum of 60 credits must be taken in the program, and no more than 30 credits may be transferred from other institutions. Credits may be transferred from programs leading to the certificates in...
For more information, see Elementary Education: Indigenous Education (90 credits).
Admission Requirements for the B.Ed. for Certified Teachers
Admission Requirements for the B.Ed. for Certified Teachers
Applicants apply on the basis of having completed the Certificate in Education for First Nations and Inuit or equivalent and must have the continued support of their education authority to attend the field-based program. The right of final decision for acceptance of candidates rests with Æ»¹ûÒùÔº.
Certificate (Cert.) First Nations and Inuit Student Personnel Services (30 credits)
This program is offered by the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology through Office First Nations and Inuit Education. ...
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) First Nations and Inuit Student Personnel Services (30 credits).
Admission to Certificate in First Nations and Inuit Student Personnel Services
Admission to Certificate in First Nations and Inuit Student Personnel Services
Admission Requirements
- Fluently speak, read, and write the language of instruction as agreed upon between the Office of First Nations and Inuit Education and the Indigenous School Board or Education authority.
- Hold a student adviser position in an Indigenous community. This may be a new appointment concurrent with registration in the program. The position must be sufficient to meet the practicum requirements of the program.
- Be recommended by the local education authority.
- Be at least 21 years of age (except for special permission). By this means, students will qualify for admission as Mature Students under Æ»¹ûÒùÔº regulations, and thereby not be required to have a Diploma of Collegial Studies (DEC).
- Be recommended and selected by the school administration in collaboration with Æ»¹ûÒùÔº personnel.
The right of final decision for acceptance of candidates rests with Æ»¹ûÒùÔº.