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Principal’s Qualification Program, Part 2 (York, Winter 2024, Virtual Blended)

January 14, 2025 to March 28, 2025

  • Category: ABQ, Online
  • Region: Central Ontario, Eastern Ontario, GTA, Northern Ontario, Outside Ontario, Southern Ontario
  • Topic: Teacher Leadership
  • Grades: Intermediate (grades 7-10), JK-SK, Junior (grades 4-6), Primary (grades 1-3), Senior (grades 11-12)

🌟 Course Summary

York University’s Principal’s Qualification Program, Part 2 is a leadership experience designed for educators ready to deepen their impact as school leaders. This course builds on foundational leadership knowledge and focuses on the real-world complexities of leading in today’s diverse educational landscape. Grounded in the Ontario College of Teachers’ Standards of Practice, The Ontario College of Teachers’ Ethical Standards for the Teaching Profession, the Ontario Leadership Framework, Board- level Equity Leadership Competencies and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, this course empowers candidates to reflect, advocate, and lead with purpose.

🚀 What You’ll Gain

  • Advanced leadership strategies rooted in ethical and professional standards.
  • Deeper understanding of equity, inclusion, and anti-oppression in school leadership.
  • Tools to evaluate and enhance your leadership style, skills, and impact.
  • Reflection and development of your emotional intelligence and the personal leadership resources identified in the Ontario Leadership Framework
  • Insights into laws, regulations, and board-level equity leadership competencies.
  • Opportunities for authentic reflection and application to positively influence student learning and well-being.

💡 Why Choose This Course?

  • Designed for educators ready to take the next step in their leadership journey.
  • Grounded in current societal contexts and responsive to diverse school communities.
  • Application of your leadership knowledge, skills and attitudes through case study work.
  • Builds on Part 1 with deeper exploration of leadership frameworks and equity practices.
  • Flexible online format with collaborative learning and expert mentorship.
  • Strengthens your ability to lead with empathy, strategy, and vision.

🎯 Who Should Enroll?

  • Certified teachers registered with the Ontario College of Teachers.
  • Educators who have successfully completed PQP Part 1.
  • Aspiring principals and vice-principals committed to inclusive school leadership.
  • Leaders ready to reflect, grow, and make a lasting impact on student success.

Practicum Information

Although not a prerequisite for the Part 2 course, successful completion of the PQP Practicum Project is required before being recommended for Part 2. York’s Part 2 course does not incorporate the completion of the Practicum Project as part of the course content. Proof of successful completion of a Practicum Project can be submitted anytime during or following the end of the course. Part 2 Instructional Leaders do not assess any completed practicum projects.

For more information on the Part 2 program elements, see the PQP Part 2 Course Outline & Topics.

Prerequisites

For a comprehensive list of program requirements and how to qualify, see the Eligibility Requirements.