Welcome to the OSSTF/FEESO AQ Program

First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Studies Part 1 AQ courses for educators focuses on understanding Indigenous histories, cultures, and contemporary issues, emphasizing culturally responsive teaching, reconciliation, and integrating Indigenous ways of knowing into the curriculum to create inclusive, decolonized learning environments.

First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Studies Part 2 AQ course builds on Part 1 by focusing on critical reflection to reframe current practices, designing learning, and facilitating discussions to implement change, integrating First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Studieshistories, ways of knowing, and current issues into the curriculum to support truth and reconciliation, with a focus on applying knowledge and skills in the design and implementation of learning opportunities.

The First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Studies Specialist AQ course builds on Parts I & II, focusing on leadership, curriculum integration, and creating inclusive, culturally responsive school environments, moving from theory to practical leadership by incorporating Indigenous pedagogies, truth and reconciliation, and critical reflection to challenge colonialism and foster a deeper understanding of Indigenous histories, cultures, and current realities for all educators.

This Guidance and Career Education Part One AQ course empowers new guidance counsellors to transform their practice through an equity lens, moving beyond linear career models to validate diverse pathways and Indigenous ways of knowing.

As a careers education teacher as well as a relatively experienced guidance counsellor, this course will encourage you to further explore key legislation and policies that influence your role and the decisions you make in your daily practice.

This Guidance Specialist AQ equips experienced Guidance Educators with the skills to lead, mentor, and support their Guidance teams while advancing equitable, student-centered practices.

This course is designed for educators dedicated to fostering inclusive, equitable, and responsive learning environments.

This course will provide you with the opportunity to extend and apply your knowledge and skills to support students with diverse learning needs within legal frameworks and through inclusive, responsive, and collaborative practice.

The Special Education Specialist AQ is designed to support experienced educators in strengthening their leadership through an equity-focused, anti-oppressive and anti-ableist lens.